Venosa

Located at 415 meters above sea level, Venosa spreads across rolling hills in the Vulture area of Potenza province, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.

Established as Venusia in 291 BC, the Roman colony gained importance during the Second Punic War and developed into a strategic settlement between Apulia and Lucania.

The birthplace of Latin poet Horace in 65 BC maintains his legacy through the National Archaeological Museum, housed within the Aragonese Castle's cylindrical towers.

Visitors can explore the town through guided tours starting at the Tourist Information Center, which provides maps and schedules for the archaeological park and catacombs.

The Jewish catacombs of Venosa, dating from the 4th to 6th centuries, represent the second-largest ancient Jewish burial site discovered in Italy after Rome.

Location: province of Potenza

Elevation above the sea: 415 m

Shares border with: Barile, Ginestra, Lavello, Maschito, Montemilone, Rapolla, Palazzo San Gervasio, Spinazzola

Website: https://comune.venosa.pz.it

GPS coordinates: 40.96667,15.81667

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:31