47. Basilicata - ancient southern region of tradition and history
Untold Italy travel podcast
Katy Clarke
4.6 • 659 Ratings
🗓️ 12 November 2020
⏱️ 51 minutes
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Summary
Basilicata is a small region of Italy that sits snugly among its more famous neighbors - Campania, Puglia and Calabria. It is best known for the fascinating city of Matera which was added to UNESCO's World Heritage list in recognition of its centuries of continuous human settlement. Yet Basilicata's ancient past, mountainous terrain and hilltop towns are relatively undiscovered by travelers.
Writer Karen Haid has spent many weeks exploring this pocket of Italy and joins us to share what makes Basilicata special and the inspiration for her book - Basilicata: Authentic Italy. You'll learn about the interesting towns, food, wine and festivals of the region and what it's like to visit a medicinal spa.
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| 0:00.0 | You are listening to the Untold Italy travel podcast and this is episode number 47. |
| 0:12.2 | Ciao and benvenalty to Untold Italy. I'm Josie and I'm Katie and we're here to help you plan your trip to Italy. |
| 0:19.5 | Between us, we have many years of travel experience |
| 0:22.0 | and we want to help you uncover your own, as yet untold stories and adventures in Italy. |
| 0:27.5 | Each episode, you'll hear practical advice, tips and ideas to help you plan your own trips |
| 0:32.0 | to the magical land of history, stunning landscapes and a whole lot of pasta. |
| 0:36.1 | We'll have interviews from experts and focus on local destinations |
| 0:39.9 | and frequently ask questions about travel in Italy. |
| 0:43.5 | Thanks for listening and make sure to subscribe to our show. |
| 0:46.6 | Now let's get started on your regular dose of Bala Italia. |
| 0:50.2 | Thank you. Talia. |
| 1:02.0 | Chal friends, it's Katie here. |
| 1:04.6 | How are you all doing this week? |
| 1:09.3 | I know many of you are heading into winter, so I really hope you're staying cozy. |
| 1:12.8 | Here in Australia, summer is definitely around the corner and where there's sun, there's an excuse for gelato. Not that I need one, mind you. Luckily, |
| 1:19.0 | we have some excellent gelataria here, but of course it never tastes quite the same as being in |
| 1:24.2 | Italy. And speaking of Italy, today I want to take a little pause to send lots of love |
| 1:29.7 | to our friends over there where the virus is really surging and strict measures are being put in place |
| 1:35.0 | to stop the second wave. This has been an unspeakably difficult year for many of us and our friends |
| 1:41.9 | in travel and tourism businesses in Italy are suffering terribly. |
| 1:45.9 | They basically miss their summer season this year which usually provides their income for winter |
| 1:50.7 | and spring. I constantly marvel at their ability to stay positive and hopeful in the face of these |
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