It is the Most Beautiful Village in Basilicata. Here's Which One

Muro Lucano is a picturesque village: perched on a gorge, with stone houses that seem to slide down the rock. It has a charming old town, crossed by bridges connecting the two sides of the valley. The Castle, the stairways, the small squares, the rooftops in sequence: everything tells the story of a place that stands the test of time and geography. It is the village where Basilicata becomes rock, wind, and horizon.

This magnificent stone village is located in the province of Potenza, on the edge of the Marmo Platano valley. It is accessible by car from Salerno or Potenza, via the SS7 Appia and then the SP former SS401. The village is spread over levels, so you park and then explore on foot. Comfortable shoes and a camera are a must.

Climb to the Castle of Muro Lucano and admire the view of the valley

Stroll through the alleys of the old village

Cross the hanging bridges and photograph the hanging houses

Reach the San Gerardo Waterfall along the nature trails

Enjoy typical Lucanian dishes such as cavatelli, peperoni cruschi, and local cheeses

Visit Muro Lucano in the late afternoon when the light cuts diagonally across the village's houses and the stone glows with warm colors. Stop in the square for a panoramic aperitif and wait for the sunset: here silence is part of the show.

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