Hannah 📍 UK based travel content creator on Instagram: "Matera has been my favourite place to visit this summer so far, an absolute dream and just as beautiful in person as it is in the photos. What I didn’t realise is that Matera is a modern city, and this part you see here, is called the Sassi, this is the historic part. With narrow alleys, stone houses, cave hotels and rock churches, walking through the streets is like entering another world, let alone another era. The city's cuisine is deeply rooted in local traditions, offering a range of authentic dishes. Traditional bread, homemade pasta, and local cheeses are just a few highlights that you will find on menus throughout the city’s restaurants. Matera has a fascinating history that dates back thousands of years. It's one of the w