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Matera, European Capital of Culture 2019
The year of the European Capital of Culture in Matera begins with the opening ceremony on the 19th of January 2019. A program of events
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Experiences in the borgo of Grottole: oil, wine, ceramics, honey
Inside the small borgo of Grottole, located on the hills just a few kilometers away from Matera, you can experience authentic experiences in direct contact
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No Time To Die, James Bond arrives in Matera. Hotel Sextantio
The new 007 movie filmed in the city of Sassi. All James Bond fans that are also hotel lovers and have watched “No Time to Die”
Archaeo tour with wine cellar visit
Archaeological tour around the Greek colony of Metaponto, 40 km far from Matera. Visit to the Tavole Palatine, a gorgeous temple from the 6th century
Excursions to the Pollino National Park
The Pollino mountain, between Calabria and Basilicata, hosts the largest national park in Italy with its unspoiled nature and the imposing Bosnian Pines Easy hiking:
CRYPT OF THE ORIGINAL SIN AND MASSERIA
Visit the Crypt of Original Sin, one of the most fascinating rock churches in Southern Italy. Afterwards, enjoy a rich tasting of local products at
Sailing on the routes of the ancient Greeks
A day on a sailing boat from Policoro along the coast of the Ionian Sea until you reach the jagged beaches of Calabria, in front
The hot-air balloon experience
A unique experience that remains in the memories forever. In the silence of dawn, hover in the air on a hot-air balloon to admire from
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Weaving lesson in Matera
After a short introduction in the weaving art, at Sextantio Articraft Shop you will try to make your own product and learn basic techniques on