About Matera Matera is one of Italy's most impressive, unusual and extraordinary destinations, a place like no other in the world. It is located in Southern Italy, on the arch of Italy's boot, in the region of Basilicata, bordering another famous region in southern Italy, Puglia. It is about an hour and a half train ride from the city of Bari. The incredible town has an ancient history dating back to prehistoric times and is famous for the extensive cave-dwelling districts ca

A Brief Overview of Bari Bari is the capital of Apuglia (Puglia) region in southern Italy located on the Adriatic sea coast. It is the second most important economic center of southern Italy after Naples. Currently, the city has a population of about 323,370 residents. Bari is known as a major seaport, a university city and the city of Saint Nicholas. The town blends in a wonderful way the seaside charm and historical and cultural appeal. Bari is divided into two major distri

About the Italian Riviera & Getting There The Italian Riviera is located in the region of Liguria and is a narrow coastal strip that stretches along the Ligurian Sea from the Italian-French border in the north to the Tuscan border and Gulf of La Spezia in the south. It's one of the most picturesque destinations in Italy that enchants with its breathtaking scenery, relaxing ambiance, mild climate, charming old fishing ports, colorful villages, delicious cuisine, pristine beac