Matera is one of the most interesting sites in the world in terms of urban archaeology, the area is the site of the Sassi cave dwellings, a mountainside of dwellings originally dug out as caves. The city is in the midst of making the area more hospitable to tourists and injecting cultural and musical activity.
The town of Matera holds significant importance due to its unique archaeological site, which includes the Sassi cave dwellings, carved into the side of a mountain. As part of its development, the area is being reimagined to cater to tourists and stimulate artistic and musical creativity.