We enjoy the view of the Sassi

Sassi

Valley between Sassi and Rock Caves

Sassi with stone age rock caves across valley

Stone age rock cave dwelllings

Streets of Sassi village

Living quarters of old Sassi

Kitchen of Sassi with old cooking tools

Old farming tools

Family of our guide - her grandparents lived in Sassi

Filming Mel Gibsons's "The Passion of the Christ"

Rock Churches

Interior of rock church. Note Greek Orthodox symbol on ceiling indicating occupation by monks from Cappdocia. Also wine cellar in lower section.

Fresco

Some Sassi have been restored and are now occupied again.

Square in Matera

Fresh produce can be found all around southern Italy