Matera texture

The geology expert tells me this is 'subaqueous  poorly welded tuff' with marine fossils in it. I loved the weathered texture and further down the street, the antique quality of this gate.

Matera

An intriguing town of Sassi buildings in a ravine, dating back centuries- wow!

A view into the rough living conditions of the cave rooms with bits and pieces from past lives, set up for the tourists, but how else to get an idea of the life? It is very damp inside so green mould grows well.

Wash boards.

Near the cathedral we got great views into this garden and across the homes, many doing a roaring trade as B & B's or hotels.