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Lucania Collection

Lucania, a region in southern Italy's Basilicata, is a hidden gem that boasts stunning landscapes and rich historical heritage

Background imageLucania Collection: RMS Lucania steamship

RMS Lucania steamship
Photograph of RMS Lucania, British ocean line steamship owned by the Cunard Steamship Line, built by Fairfield Shipbuilding and Engineering Company of Govan, Scotland

Background imageLucania Collection: Matera, Basilicata, Italy, Europe. Sunrise in Matera

Matera, Basilicata, Italy, Europe. Sunrise in Matera

Background imageLucania Collection: Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: SS Lucania - Cunard

SS Lucania - Cunard
SS Lucania. This Cunarder is the first ship to be equipped with Signor Marconis wireless system : for a while she holds the Blue Riband for the fastest Atlantic crossing. Date: circa 1920s

Background imageLucania Collection: Shoe repair #3

Shoe repair #3
Antonio Grambone

Background imageLucania Collection: Shoe repair #2

Shoe repair #2
Antonio Grambone

Background imageLucania Collection: Electrotype Greek Coin from Thurium, Southern Italy

Electrotype Greek Coin from Thurium, Southern Italy
Obverse only electrotype showing Athene wearing a crested Athenian helmet on which there is Scylla with a snaky tail and a tiny griffin on the neck guard

Background imageLucania Collection: Sasso Barisano, Sassi di Matera (UNESCO world heritage site), Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Sasso Barisano, Sassi di Matera (UNESCO world heritage site), Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Castelmezzano after a snowfall at sunset, Potenza province, Basilicata, Italy

Castelmezzano after a snowfall at sunset, Potenza province, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Matera, Basilicata, Italy, Europe. Dusk in Matera

Matera, Basilicata, Italy, Europe. Dusk in Matera

Background imageLucania Collection: View of Sassi of Matera by night, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

View of Sassi of Matera by night, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Ceiling of Matera Chathedral, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Ceiling of Matera Chathedral, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Ruprestrian Church of San Giovanni in Monterrone, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Ruprestrian Church of San Giovanni in Monterrone, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Fresco representing Saint James and Saint Peter in Ruprestrian Church of San Gionanni in

Fresco representing Saint James and Saint Peter in Ruprestrian Church of San Gionanni in Monterrone, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Ruprestrian Church of Santa Maria alle Malve, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Ruprestrian Church of Santa Maria alle Malve, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Ruprestrian Churc of Santa Maria alle Malve, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Ruprestrian Churc of Santa Maria alle Malve, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Sassi of Matera by night, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Sassi of Matera by night, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Foreshortening of Sassi of Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Foreshortening of Sassi of Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Fresco representing Madonna with Child and Saint Andrew in Ruprestrian Churc of San

Fresco representing Madonna with Child and Saint Andrew in Ruprestrian Churc of San Gionanni in Monterrone, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Ruprestrian Churc of San Giovanni in Monterrone, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Ruprestrian Churc of San Giovanni in Monterrone, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Tavole Palatine, Archaeological site of Metaponto, Bernalda village, Matera district

Tavole Palatine, Archaeological site of Metaponto, Bernalda village, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Archaeological site of Metaponto, Bernalda village, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Archaeological site of Metaponto, Bernalda village, Matera district, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Startrails, captured during a summer night in Pietrapertosa

Startrails, captured during a summer night in Pietrapertosa, municipality of Pietrapertosa, Potenza province, Basilicata district, Italy, Europe

Background imageLucania Collection: Castelmezzano with the Lucanian Dolomites in the background

Castelmezzano with the Lucanian Dolomites in the background, municipality of Castelmezzano, Potenza province, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: San Francesco di Assisi church, Sassi di Matera (UNESCO world heritage site), Matera

San Francesco di Assisi church, Sassi di Matera (UNESCO world heritage site), Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: San Pietro caveoso church and Sassi di Matera (UNESCO world heritage site), Matera

San Pietro caveoso church and Sassi di Matera (UNESCO world heritage site), Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Madonna di Idris sanctuary, Sassi di Matera (UNESCO world heritage site), Matera

Madonna di Idris sanctuary, Sassi di Matera (UNESCO world heritage site), Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: San Pietro Barisano church and Sassi di Matera (UNESCO world heritage site), Matera

San Pietro Barisano church and Sassi di Matera (UNESCO world heritage site), Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Sassi di Matera (UNESCO world heritage site), Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Sassi di Matera (UNESCO world heritage site), Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: The Sassi quarter at dawn, with San Pietro Barisano bell tower in the foreground. Matera

The Sassi quarter at dawn, with San Pietro Barisano bell tower in the foreground. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Typical paved alley in the old Sassi quarter at dusk. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

Typical paved alley in the old Sassi quarter at dusk. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: The Sassi quarter at dusk, with San Pietro Barisano bell tower in the foreground. Matera

The Sassi quarter at dusk, with San Pietro Barisano bell tower in the foreground. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: View of the Sassi quarter at sunset. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

View of the Sassi quarter at sunset. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Boardwalk in the Palombaro Lungo, the first and ancient reservoir of the Sassi quarter

Boardwalk in the Palombaro Lungo, the first and ancient reservoir of the Sassi quarter. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: High angle view of the Sassi quarter and the Murgia Park. Matera, Basilicata region

High angle view of the Sassi quarter and the Murgia Park. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Townscape of the Sassi quarter, with the Cathedral of Madonna Santissima della Bruna atop

Townscape of the Sassi quarter, with the Cathedral of Madonna Santissima della Bruna atop. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Typical houses in the rock called Sassi, Matera, Basilicata, Italy, Europe

Typical houses in the rock called Sassi, Matera, Basilicata, Italy, Europe

Background imageLucania Collection: Church of the Madonna delle Virtu, Matera, Basilicata, Italy, Europe

Church of the Madonna delle Virtu, Matera, Basilicata, Italy, Europe

Background imageLucania Collection: Matera cathedral, Matera, Basilicata, Italy, Europe

Matera cathedral, Matera, Basilicata, Italy, Europe

Background imageLucania Collection: Castelmezzano after a snowfall at dusk, Potenza province, Basilicata, Italy

Castelmezzano after a snowfall at dusk, Potenza province, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: Pietrapertosa after a snowfall, Potenza Province, Basilicata, Italy

Pietrapertosa after a snowfall, Potenza Province, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageLucania Collection: View of the ancient town and historical center called Sassi perched on rocks on top of hill

View of the ancient town and historical center called Sassi perched on rocks on top of hill, Matera, Basilicata, Italy, Europe

Background imageLucania Collection: The Lucania (colour litho)

The Lucania (colour litho)
3653432 The Lucania (colour litho) by Hay, James Hamilton (1874-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lucania. Illustration for Liverpool)

Background imageLucania Collection: RMS Lucania, c1905

RMS Lucania, c1905. The Lucania was a liner operated by the Cunard Line between 1893 and 1909. She held the Blue Riband from 1893 until 1898

Background imageLucania Collection: Red figured Nestoris (wine-jar), Lucania, , c390-c380 BC

Red figured Nestoris (wine-jar), Lucania, , c390-c380 BC
Red figured Nestoris (wine-jar), Artemis and Actaeon, Lucania, c390BC-c380 BC. Aktaion changed to a stag by Artemis and killed by his hounds

Background imageLucania Collection: Italy, Basilicata, potenza, old alley, 1920

Italy, Basilicata, potenza, old alley, 1920

Background imageLucania Collection: Cunard ships of increasing size by G. H. Davis

Cunard ships of increasing size by G. H. Davis
A diagram showing the advance in ship-building from the foundation of the Cunard Company from the 1840 Cunarder Britannia

Background imageLucania Collection: S. S. Lucania, Cunard Line

S. S. Lucania, Cunard Line
S.S. Lucania, Cunard Line. Date: 1908



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Lucania, a region in southern Italy's Basilicata, is a hidden gem that boasts stunning landscapes and rich historical heritage. As the sun rises over Matera, the ancient city reveals its timeless beauty. The RMS Lucania steamship once sailed these waters, symbolizing the region's connection to maritime history. Matera itself is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Sassi di Matera - cave dwellings carved into limestone cliffs. These unique structures offer a glimpse into centuries of human habitation and have been featured in numerous films. Castelmezzano stands proudly against the backdrop of the Lucanian Dolomites, creating an awe-inspiring sight. Whether covered in snow or bathed in dusk's golden hues, this picturesque village never fails to captivate visitors. Delving deeper into history, Thurium unveils an electrotype Greek coin from Southern Italy. This artifact serves as a reminder of Lucania's ancient past and its significant role within Magna Graecia. The SS Lucania by Cunard was another vessel associated with this enchanting region. It represents not only transportation but also progress as Cunard ships increased in size over time under G. H Davis' guidance. Wandering through old alleys in Potenza province takes you back to 1920s Italy. The charm of narrow streets and historic architecture evokes nostalgia for simpler times. In Lucania lies Sasso Barisano - part of Matera's Sassi di Matera complex - where traditional houses blend seamlessly with natural rock formations. This harmonious coexistence showcases humanity's ability to adapt and thrive amidst nature's wonders. As you explore Lucania, let yourself be immersed in its captivating landscapes and vibrant history. From sunrise over Matera to snow-covered Castelmezzano at dusk, every moment spent here will leave an indelible mark on your soul.