From BARI: Tour of Matera and Alberobello by private bus, visit 2 UNESCO sites

Alberobello was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, representing an extraordinary example of construction using prehistoric techniques that have survived intact and are still in use in the modern world.

A "trullo" is a small limestone dwelling, built with dry stone walls, roughly worked limestone boulders collected from the surrounding fields and topped with a characteristic conical roof.

Souvenir shops, B&Bs, bars, and restaurants enliven your visit to Alberobello. The dazzling light reflected from the white walls of the trulli and the narrow streets that intertwine create a unique and fairy-tale atmosphere, making this place truly special in the world. The journey continues to Matera, one of the most spectacular places in Italy.

It is incredible to think that less than 70 years ago, around 15,000 people, mostly farmers, still lived in caves without natural light, ventilation, running water, or electricity. Today, Matera is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was designated European Capital of Culture in 2019.

Its ancient neighborhoods, known as *sassi*, are an intricate system of caves carved into the limestone rock, overlooking a deep ravine. As you stroll around, you can admire a complex labyrinth of stone paths and stairways, enriched by artisan shops, cafés, and gelaterias.