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Murgia park and rock churches tour in Matera

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Take part in an excursion to the Parco delle Chiese Rupestri to live a unique experience! Along this path, you will retrace the history of this place, from prehistoric times to the Bronze Age, up to the Middle Ages.You'll begin your tour with a visit to the Church Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Palomba. Inside this complex, you'll admire the external neviera, the refectory, the cellar, and the kitchen.Move through the Murgecchia plateau to reach the second rock church. Enjoy a tour of Madonna dei Derelitti Church and learn about its frescoed walls from your guide. Conclude your tour admiring the sunset over the city.
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About Murgia park and rock churches tour in Matera
About Murgia Park and Rock Churches Tour in Matera
This tour explores the Parco delle Chiese Rupestri to experience something unique. You will trace the history of this place, from prehistoric times to the Bronze Age, and continuously into the Middle Ages.
Why Murgia Park and Rock Churches Tour in Matera is a must
Trace the long history of the area, from prehistoric to medieval times. Visit two important rock churches: the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Palomba and Madonna dei Derelitti. Enjoy commentary from a tour guide about the frescoes. Conclude the tour by watching the beautiful sunset over the city.
Top things to do at Murgia Park and Rock Churches Tour in Matera
You will begin the tour by visiting the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Palomba. Inside this building, you will see the exterior nave, the refectory, the wine cellar, and the kitchen. Then, you will travel through the Murgecchia plateau to the second rock church, Madonna dei Derelitti Church, and learn about the frescoes from the tour guide. Conclude the tour by admiring the sunset over the city of Matera.
Location of Murgia Park and Rock Churches Tour in Matera
This tour takes place at the Parco delle Chiese Rupestri and along the Murgecchia plateau in Matera, Italy.