{"id":10780,"date":"2024-10-07T10:20:30","date_gmt":"2024-10-07T08:20:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/?page_id=10780"},"modified":"2024-10-07T10:20:31","modified_gmt":"2024-10-07T08:20:31","slug":"northwestern-basilicata","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/destinations\/northwestern-basilicata\/","title":{"rendered":"Northwestern Basilicata"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">&lt;&lt; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/atlas\/europe\/southern-europe\/italy\/south-italy\/basilicata\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Basilicata<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Province of Potenza occupies the western part of Basilicata, with the regional capital located in the northwest. The territory around Potenza is mostly hilly and mountainous, and features various small towns with some historic attractions. This area is also known for its natural environment and the beauty of its mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div style=\"border: 1px solid #8ed1fc; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-1f439cfe-0d6a-490e-8c9a-609573ebbe16\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-295c8c9c-d4c6-4466-a4fe-a793da6e261c\">Places to see in Northwestern Basilicata<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-aioseo-table-of-contents\"><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#potenza\">Potenza<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#potenza-cathedral\">Potenza Cathedral<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#national-archaeological-museum-of-basilicata\">National Archaeological Museum of Basilicata<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#provincial-archaeological-museum-of-potenza\">Provincial Archaeological Museum of Potenza<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#vaglio-basilicata\">Vaglio Basilicata<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#museum-of-the-ancient-peoples-of-lucania\">Museum of the Ancient Peoples of Lucania<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#acerenza\">Acerenza<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#acerenza-cathedral\">Acerenza Cathedral<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#genzano-di-lucania\">Genzano di Lucania<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#monteserico-castle\">Monteserico Castle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#castel-lagopesole\">Castel Lagopesole<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#lagopesole-castle\">Lagopesole Castle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#venosa\">Venosa<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#abbey-of-santissima-trinita\">Abbey of Santissima Trinit\u00e0<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aragonese-castle\">Aragonese Castle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#rapolla\">Rapolla<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#rapolla-cathedral\">Rapolla Cathedral<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#melfi\">Melfi<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#melfi-castle\">\u272a Melfi Castle<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#melfi-cathedral\">Melfi Cathedral<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#walls-of-melfi\">Walls of Melfi<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#monticchio\">Monticchio<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#monticchio-lakes\">Monticchio Lakes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#sasso-di-castalda\">Sasso di Castalda<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#ponte-alla-luna\">Ponte alla Luna<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#pietrapertosa\">Pietrapertosa<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#pietrapertosa-castle\">Pietrapertosa Castle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"potenza\"><strong>Potenza<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Potenza is the capital and largest city of Basilicata, located among the mountains in the northwest of the region. The city is the highest regional capital in Italy, with its old town placed on the highest altitude and the other neighborhoods on lower elevations. Potenza was founded in ancient times, and has been a small but important regional center throughout its history, under the Romans, Lombards, and Normans, and later as part of the Kingdom of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/destinations\/naples\/\">Naples<\/a>. The city became the capital of Basilicata in 1806, and houses some historic attractions and museums.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_5ec0ee10-6276-4c48-a5d1-8c4b6cc6d015\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"potenza-cathedral\"><strong>Potenza Cathedral<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Also known as: Cathedral of San Gerardo <em>(Cattedrale di San Gerardo)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Potenza Cathedral <em>(Duomo di Potenza)<\/em> is the main church in the city, located in the old town. The church was built during the Late Middle Ages in Romanesque style over a previous building. The cathedral was later reworked with Neoclassical and Baroque additions, and was restored in the 20th century. Adjacent to the church is the <strong>Palazzo Vescovile<\/strong>, which was built between the 17th and 18th century and houses a Roman sarcophagus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Largo Duomo, 1, 85100 Potenza PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.6403, 15.8062<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/PacXVC4JbzMecTk99\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_0bfef53a-25f8-4659-9180-98c90845fae6\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"national-archaeological-museum-of-basilicata\"><strong>National Archaeological Museum of Basilicata<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Archaeological Museum of Basilicata <em>(Museo Archeologico Nazionale della Basilicata)<\/em> is a museum in Potenza, hosted in the historic <strong>Palazzo Loffredo<\/strong> next to the cathedral. The museum houses numerous archaeological findings from all of Basilicata, with many objects dating from prehistory and the pre-Roman era.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Andrea Serrao, 11, 85100 Potenza PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.6400, 15.8061<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/uQVZ2JvQHqEps4No6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_16038533-daa8-424b-8c94-eda843babece\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"provincial-archaeological-museum-of-potenza\"><strong>Provincial Archaeological Museum of Potenza<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Provincial Archaeological Museum of Potenza <em>(Museo Archeologico Provinciale di Potenza)<\/em> is an archaeological museum located on the northern part of Potenza. Its collection includes several objects unearthed around the city and dating from prehistory to the Roman age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Lazio, 18, 85100 Potenza PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.6476, 15.8024<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/igQe6HmHdKKmEK139\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_db694082-8cc9-4c72-9033-6d52c8b9a355\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vaglio-basilicata\"><strong>Vaglio Basilicata<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vaglio Basilicata is a tiny town in Basilicata, located east of Potenza. This area has been inhabited since ancient times, but the modern town emerged in the Middle Ages.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_9878ba82-9d5c-4b7d-9027-17955d707480\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"museum-of-the-ancient-peoples-of-lucania\"><strong>Museum of the Ancient Peoples of Lucania<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Museum of the Ancient Peoples of Lucania <em>(Museo delle Antiche Genti di Lucania)<\/em> is a museum in Vaglio Basilicata. Its collection includes many archaeological findings unearthed in Basilicata, but also a portrait of Leonardo da Vinci from the 15th or 16th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Dinu Adamesteanu, 1, 85010 Vaglio Basilicata PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.6675, 15.9166<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/34zyfZgfdJFVof5r7\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_aeec8b83-7e88-41a1-aaa9-923d2427e1c5\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"acerenza\"><strong>Acerenza<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Acerenza is a small town located on top of a mountain northeast of Potenza. Founded in ancient times, it was an important stronghold in the Middle Ages, and now it is known for its beautiful old town.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_2c74128b-2762-4c5f-a55a-5046a50d74f7\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"acerenza-cathedral\"><strong>Acerenza Cathedral<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Also known as: Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta e San Canio Vescovo <em>(Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta e San Canio Vescovo)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Acerenza Cathedral <em>(Duomo di Acerenza)<\/em> is a large Romanesque church erected in Acerenza between the 11th and 13th century. The church was later reworked, but it retains most of its imposing medieval appearance. Inside, the cathedral houses various artworks and a decorated crypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Largo Duomo, 16, 85011 Acerenza PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.7973, 15.9418<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/PNKHQcqfqx5DhehJ6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_04cb7cc9-8ec8-4123-aa10-203631f2287d\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"genzano-di-lucania\"><strong>Genzano di Lucania<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Genzano di Lucania is a small town located among the hills northeast of Potenza. While it houses some historic attractions, the main landmark of its territory is a castle in the countryside east of the town.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_1be166f3-473a-4e0a-a2fa-9bb9a2f887c2\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"monteserico-castle\"><strong>Monteserico Castle<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Monteserico Castle is a medieval castle located in the countryside east of Genzano di Lucania. The castle was built around the 11th century and was later destroyed and rebuilt. The small fort is placed on top a hill and offers a great view on the nearby hills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Monteserico, 85013 Genzano di Lucania PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.8546, 16.1514<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/7QMKvZurwKojnxJ18\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_35b2e0d3-0981-40a2-adf2-3ab5e6f8444a\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"castel-lagopesole\"><strong>Castel Lagopesole<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Castel Lagopesole is a small town north of Potenza, part of the municipality of Avigliano. An important fortified position during the Middle Ages, in the 13th century it hosted one of the residences of Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II. The town later declined, but it is still known for its historic castle.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_0771c92c-3fd1-4694-93be-1fb9ad1270e5\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lagopesole-castle\"><strong>Lagopesole Castle<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Lagopesole Castle is a medieval castle located on the highest part of the town of Castel Lagopesole. The castle was built in the 13th century under the rule of Frederick II, and remained a royal residence for decades, but later declined. Now restored, the castle is still well preserved and hosts a museum and cultural exhibitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Castello, 85021 Lagopesole PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.8070, 15.7331<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/4TrQbFa9jkf9APjs6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/zjqwZ8AgSHpbqgBo6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_cb6071b3-650d-4e4d-a24a-5ae09eedd569\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"venosa\"><strong>Venosa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Venosa is a town in northern Basilicata, located east of the Vulture massif. Inhabited since ancient times, it was an important center under the Romans, and the birthplace of poet Horace. During the Middle Ages, the city was sacked various times, but remained relevant as a cultural center for centuries. Venosa is now known for its beautiful old town, and for hosting various historic landmarks.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_f9b0beff-555f-4fe0-9f63-641740891110\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"abbey-of-santissima-trinita\"><strong>Abbey of Santissima Trinit\u00e0<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Abbey of Santissima Trinit\u00e0 <em>(Abbazia della Santissima Trinit\u00e0)<\/em> is a religious complex located at the eastern edge of Venosa. Founded during the Middle Ages over some older structures, the site was reworked and expanded several times. The complex includes a Romanesque church that houses the tombs of various Norman nobles and some ancient frescoes. Adjacent to this building is the <strong>Incompiuta<\/strong>, an unfinished church that was built in the Late Middle Ages but never completed. The abbey is part of the <strong>Archaeological Park of Venosa<\/strong> (<em>Parco Archeologico di Venosa<\/em>), which also features the ruins of various Roman structures, including an amphitheater and a building with a large mosaic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Strada Provinciale 18 Ofantina, 13, 85029 Venosa PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.9695, 15.8278<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/JY11kUT9nwwe4R7D8\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_37e116e5-41f8-4c29-be69-949c86178b6b\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aragonese-castle\"><strong>Aragonese Castle<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Aragonese Castle is a 15th-century castle in Venosa, which was later turned into a noble residence. The fort features four imposing towers and it is surrounded by a now-drained moat. Inside, it hosts the <strong>National Archaeological Museum of Venosa<\/strong> (<em>Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Venosa<\/em>), which houses many objects unearthed around the town and dating between prehistory and the Middle Ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Piazza Umberto I, 85029 Venosa PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.9611, 15.8183<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/PYLrz7CbVwMrZLP78\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_78b394e7-2f3d-4293-8324-16349b8556b2\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rapolla\"><strong>Rapolla<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rapolla is a small town located on the slopes of Mount Vulture, an extinct volcano in northern Basilicata. The town has a long history, and it is known for its beautiful old town and for the production of wine.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_f559530d-0209-4447-b5f5-fe8283cf22ad\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rapolla-cathedral\"><strong>Rapolla Cathedral<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Also known as: Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta (<em>Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Rapolla Cathedral <em>(Cattedrale di Rapolla)<\/em> is a Romanesque church, and the main religious site in Rapolla. The church was built during the 13th century, and features a beautiful facade with a decorated portal, while inside it houses some artworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Regina Elena, 35, 85027 Rapolla PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.9776, 15.6769<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/4TrQbFa9jkf9APjs6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/GEi59arMicZTMbGQ6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_3703f5aa-3e44-4e61-bb0f-649a28f65fe3\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"melfi\"><strong>Melfi<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Melfi is a town located just north of Mount Vulture, in northern Basilicata. Inhabited since ancient times, it emerged in the Late Middle Ages, and was the capital of the Norman County of Apulia and Calabria for a few decades. Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II proclaimed the Constitutions of Melfi, a new legal code, from this city during the 13th century. The importance of the town later declined, and now it is mainly an industrial center, but still features various historic attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_b0f737ea-a0b2-46b9-9db8-6c0147075e78\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"melfi-castle\"><strong>\u272a Melfi Castle<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Melfi Castle is an imposing medieval castle erected by the Normans in the 11th century. This was for centuries one of the main forts in the region, serving as the seat of the County of Apulia and Calabria and also hosting various ecumenical councils. The castle was expanded under the rule of Frederick II and was later reworked again, but its importance declined. The structure is well preserved, and features many towers and fortifications. The castle now hosts the <strong>National Archaeological Museum of Melfi<\/strong> (<em>Museo Archeologico Nazionale del Melfese<\/em>), which houses various prehistoric archaeological findings unearthed around the town, and also artworks and objects from the Middle Ages and the modern era. The most notable artwork of the museum is an elaborate decorated Roman sarcophagus dating from the 2nd century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Normanni, 85025 Melfi PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.9984, 15.6529<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/nxXNS4iPjCDTVHtB6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_42165993-1a6a-498a-93e0-90a475dd72ed\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"melfi-cathedral\"><strong>Melfi Cathedral<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Also known as: Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta <em>(Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Melfi Cathedral <em>(Duomo di Melfi)<\/em> is the main church in the city, originally erected in Romanesque style between the 11th and 12th century. The church was reworked in Baroque style during the 18th century, while the medieval bell tower retains its original appearance. Inside, the church houses various artworks and some relics. Adjacent to the cathedral is the <strong>Palazzo del Vescovado<\/strong>, which houses an art gallery and a museum of religious objects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Largo Duomo, 85025 Melfi PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.9968, 15.6582<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/yJnbksrYfL91Awx77\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_df20aede-8e57-4734-9789-4d0c464ff09f\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"walls-of-melfi\"><strong>Walls of Melfi<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Melfi was once surrounded by a series of defensive walls erected during the Middle Ages. Only a few sections of these walls now survive, with the most notable and best preserved part being <strong>Porta Venosina<\/strong>, a former city gate with an adjacent cylindrical tower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Commenda di Malta, 2, 85025 Melfi PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.9935, 15.6583<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/thumXuqfPKX29hqW6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_21280d1c-3b86-4c30-a19c-97b73bd7f978\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"monticchio\"><strong>Monticchio<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Monticchio is a hamlet located on the slopes of Mount Vulture in Basilicata, divided between the municipalities of Rionero in Vulture and Atella. Inhabited since ancient times, it is known for its beautiful natural environment.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_de8de5a8-0400-4b88-ab6a-98a2c11f4b73\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"monticchio-lakes\"><strong>Monticchio Lakes<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Monticchio Lakes <em>(Laghi di Monticchio)<\/em> are two small lakes of volcanic origin located on Mount Vulture, near Monticchio. On the slopes of the mountain just east of the lakes is the <strong>Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo<\/strong> (<em>Abbazia di San Michele Arcangelo<\/em>), an abbey founded in the 8th century. Reworked several times, the complex now houses a museum dedicated to local natural history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: SP167, 85028 Rionero in Vulture PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.9318, 15.6080<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/8Jet8HtnPr5rxaVz7\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_78892e88-c10d-4db3-9ca0-cf5eb2e4f187\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sasso-di-castalda\"><strong>Sasso di Castalda<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sasso di Castalda is a tiny town located among the mountains of Basilicata, southwest of Potenza. It is known for its beautiful old town and gorgeous natural environment.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_40711999-8ac3-4658-b367-289aa1f58e01\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ponte-alla-luna\"><strong>Ponte alla Luna<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Ponte alla Luna (&#8220;Bridge to the Moon&#8221;) is a system of simple suspension bridges that connects two mountains in Sasso di Castalda. The main bridge is 300 meters long and is suspended 100 meters above a deep gorge. A great view on the surrounding mountains can be enjoyed while crossing the bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via S. Nicola, 27, 85050 Sasso di Castalda PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.4910, 15.6758<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/9h6jyoZBNWoeocYM9\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_cf7175ca-dcee-4b3c-9639-46d29c26658a\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pietrapertosa\"><strong>Pietrapertosa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pietrapertosa is a small town located in central Basilicata, among the mountains southeast of Potenza. Inhabited since ancient times, it is known for its beautiful old town.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_8f09d40b-f412-414b-a1b6-76c118765799\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pietrapertosa-castle\"><strong>Pietrapertosa Castle<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Pietrapertosa Castle is a fortress erected by the Normans around the 11th century and later reworked. The castle is now ruined, having been abandoned in the 17th century, but it has been partly restored. Next to the castle is the starting point of <strong>Volo dell&#8217;Angelo<\/strong> (&#8220;Angel Flight&#8221;), one of the longest and highest zip lines in the world, which connects Pietrapertosa with the nearby town of Castelmezzano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Pepe G., 49, 85010 Pietrapertosa PZ<br>Coordinates: 40.5212, 16.0612<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/u7g1cLgyweygm7jN6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&lt;&lt; Basilicata The Province of Potenza occupies the western part of Basilicata, with the regional capital located in the northwest. The territory around Potenza is mostly hilly and mountainous, and features various small towns with some historic attractions. This area is also known for its natural environment and the beauty of its mountains. Potenza Potenza is the capital and largest city of Basilicata, located among the mountains in the northwest of the region. The city is the highest regional capital in Italy, with its old town placed on the highest altitude and the other neighborhoods on lower elevations. Potenza was founded in ancient times, and has been a small but important regional center throughout its history, under the Romans, Lombards, and Normans, and later as part of the Kingdom of Naples. The city became the capital of Basilicata in 1806, and houses some historic attractions and museums. Potenza Cathedral Also known as: Cathedral of San Gerardo (Cattedrale di San Gerardo) The Potenza Cathedral (Duomo di Potenza) is the main church in the city, located in the old town. The church was built during the Late Middle Ages in Romanesque style over a previous building. The cathedral was later reworked with Neoclassical and Baroque additions, and was restored in the 20th century. Adjacent to the church is the Palazzo Vescovile, which was built between the 17th and 18th century and houses a Roman sarcophagus. Address: Largo Duomo, 1, 85100 Potenza PZCoordinates: 40.6403, 15.8062 Google Maps National Archaeological Museum of Basilicata The National Archaeological Museum of Basilicata (Museo Archeologico Nazionale della Basilicata) is a museum in Potenza, hosted in the historic Palazzo Loffredo next to the cathedral. The museum houses numerous archaeological findings from all of Basilicata, with many objects dating from prehistory and the pre-Roman era. Address: Via Andrea Serrao, 11, 85100 Potenza PZCoordinates: 40.6400, 15.8061 Google Maps Provincial Archaeological Museum of Potenza The Provincial Archaeological Museum of Potenza (Museo Archeologico Provinciale di Potenza) is an archaeological museum located on the northern part of Potenza. Its collection includes several objects unearthed around the city and dating from prehistory to the Roman age. Address: Via Lazio, 18, 85100 Potenza PZCoordinates: 40.6476, 15.8024 Google Maps Vaglio Basilicata Vaglio Basilicata is a tiny town in Basilicata, located east of Potenza. This area has been inhabited since ancient times, but the modern town emerged in the Middle Ages. Museum of the Ancient Peoples of Lucania The Museum of the Ancient Peoples of Lucania (Museo delle Antiche Genti di Lucania) is a museum in Vaglio Basilicata. Its collection includes many archaeological findings unearthed in Basilicata, but also a portrait of Leonardo da Vinci from the 15th or 16th century. Address: Via Dinu Adamesteanu, 1, 85010 Vaglio Basilicata PZCoordinates: 40.6675, 15.9166 Google Maps Acerenza Acerenza is a small town located on top of a mountain northeast of Potenza. Founded in ancient times, it was an important stronghold in the Middle Ages, and now it is known for its beautiful old town. Acerenza Cathedral Also known as: Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta e San Canio Vescovo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta e San Canio Vescovo) The Acerenza Cathedral (Duomo di Acerenza) is a large Romanesque church erected in Acerenza between the 11th and 13th century. The church was later reworked, but it retains most of its imposing medieval appearance. Inside, the cathedral houses various artworks and a decorated crypt. Address: Largo Duomo, 16, 85011 Acerenza PZCoordinates: 40.7973, 15.9418 Google Maps Genzano di Lucania Genzano di Lucania is a small town located among the hills northeast of Potenza. While it houses some historic attractions, the main landmark of its territory is a castle in the countryside east of the town. Monteserico Castle The Monteserico Castle is a medieval castle located in the countryside east of Genzano di Lucania. The castle was built around the 11th century and was later destroyed and rebuilt. The small fort is placed on top a hill and offers a great view on the nearby hills. Address: Via Monteserico, 85013 Genzano di Lucania PZCoordinates: 40.8546, 16.1514 Google Maps Castel Lagopesole Castel Lagopesole is a small town north of Potenza, part of the municipality of Avigliano. An important fortified position during the Middle Ages, in the 13th century it hosted one of the residences of Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II. The town later declined, but it is still known for its historic castle. Lagopesole Castle The Lagopesole Castle is a medieval castle located on the highest part of the town of Castel Lagopesole. The castle was built in the 13th century under the rule of Frederick II, and remained a royal residence for decades, but later declined. Now restored, the castle is still well preserved and hosts a museum and cultural exhibitions. Address: Via Castello, 85021 Lagopesole PZCoordinates: 40.8070, 15.7331 Google Maps Venosa Venosa is a town in northern Basilicata, located east of the Vulture massif. Inhabited since ancient times, it was an important center under the Romans, and the birthplace of poet Horace. During the Middle Ages, the city was sacked various times, but remained relevant as a cultural center for centuries. Venosa is now known for its beautiful old town, and for hosting various historic landmarks. Abbey of Santissima Trinit\u00e0 The Abbey of Santissima Trinit\u00e0 (Abbazia della Santissima Trinit\u00e0) is a religious complex located at the eastern edge of Venosa. Founded during the Middle Ages over some older structures, the site was reworked and expanded several times. The complex includes a Romanesque church that houses the tombs of various Norman nobles and some ancient frescoes. Adjacent to this building is the Incompiuta, an unfinished church that was built in the Late Middle Ages but never completed. The abbey is part of the Archaeological Park of Venosa (Parco Archeologico di Venosa), which also features the ruins of various Roman structures, including an amphitheater and a building with a large mosaic. 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