Montescaglioso, Medieval commune in Basilicata, Italy
Located at 352 meters above sea level, Montescaglioso extends across hills overlooking the Bradano River valley in the Province of Matera.
Archaeological evidence indicates settlements dating back to the Bronze Age, with the town gaining prominence during Roman times after the decline of Metaponto.
The Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo, dating from 1078, contains important 17th and 18th-century frescoes representing the religious heritage of Montescaglioso.
The town maintains regular bus connections to Matera and other regional centers, with accommodation options ranging from hotels to traditional guesthouses.
Four monastic complexes define the urban landscape of Montescaglioso, earning it recognition as the city of monasteries in the Basilicata region.
Location: province of Matera
Capital city: Montescaglioso
Elevation above the sea: 313 m
Shares border with: Ginosa, Miglionico, Bernalda, Pisticci, Matera, Pomarico
Website: http://comune.montescaglioso.mt.it
GPS coordinates: 40.55000,16.66667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:51
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Palazzo degli Uffici
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Torre Bruni
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