Metal Print > Fine Art Storehouse > Travel Imagery > Travel Destinations > Craco
Metal Print : Craco - Il Paese Fantasma
Metal Prints from Fine Art Storehouse
Craco - Il Paese Fantasma
Craco í un comune di 779 abitanti[1] della provincia di Matera. Il centro storico, negli anni sessanta, ha conosciuto un evacuazione che lo ha reso una vera e propria cittA fantasma. Questo fenomeno ha contribuito comunque a rendere particolare l abitato di Craco, che per tale caratteristica í stato scelto come set cinematografico di vari film.Le prime tracce delle origini di Craco sono alcune tombe, fatte risalire all VIII secolo a.C. Come altri centri viciniori, í probabile che abbia offerto riparo ai coloni greci di Metaponto, quando questi si sono trasferiti in territorio collinare, forse per sfuggire alla malaria che imperversava nella pianura. Craco fu successivamente insediamento bizantino. Nel secolo X secolo monaci italo-bizantini iniziarono a sviluppare l agricoltura della zona, favorendo l aggregamento urbano nella regione.A causa di una frana di vaste proporzioni, nel 1963 Craco fu evacuata e l abitato trasferito a valle, in localitA Craco Peschiera. Allora il centro contava oltre 2000 abitanti. La frana che ha obbligato la popolazione ad abbandonare le proprie case sembra essere stata provocata da lavori di infrastrutturazione, fogne e reti idriche, a servizio dell abitato.Ad onta di questo esodo forzato, Craco í rimasta intatta, trasformandosi in una specie di paese fantasma, caso raro nel suo genere. Oggi non í piu possibile percorrerne le strade; il comune prevede entro un anno[quando] la riapertura di 2 itinerari in zone ritenute sicure del paese fantasma. Inoltre, secondo gli appassionati di paranormale, a Craco ci sarebbero avvistamenti di figure spettrali e all interno delle case abbandonate si sentirebbero rumori particolarmente inquietanti
Unleash your creativity and transform your space into a visual masterpiece!
By Agostino Brienza
Media ID 13156801
© Agostino Brienza
Craco Italian Culture Matera Potenza Potenza Province
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step into the enchanting world of Craco, the 'Ghost Town' of Italy, with our stunning Metal Print from Agostino Brienza's collection at Media Storehouse. This Fine Art Storehouse exclusive captures the haunting beauty of this abandoned medieval hilltown in Matera, with its crumbling buildings and breathtaking vistas. Our Metal Prints are not just beautiful works of art, but also high-quality, long-lasting additions to your home decor. The vibrant colors and exceptional detail of this image are brought to life through our unique printing process on a sturdy, lightweight metal sheet. Experience the magic of Craco like never before - order your Metal Print today!
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Craco - Il Paese Fantasma: A Haunting Beauty". This print showcases the ghostly allure of Craco, a small town in the province of Matera. Once home to 779 inhabitants, its historic center became a true ghost town after an evacuation in the 1960s. However, this phenomenon has only added to the unique charm of Craco, making it a sought-after film set for various movies. Traces of Craco's origins can be found in ancient tombs dating back to the 8th century BC. Like other nearby settlements, it likely provided shelter for Greek settlers from Metaponto who moved to hilly terrain, possibly escaping malaria that plagued the plains. Later on, Craco became a Byzantine settlement and flourished with agricultural development initiated by Italo-Byzantine monks in the 10th century. In 1963, a massive landslide forced the evacuation of Craco and relocation downstream to Craco Peschiera. At that time, over 2000 people called this place home. The landslide was believed to have been triggered by infrastructure works such as sewage and water networks serving the town. Despite this forced exodus, Craco remains untouched and has transformed into a rare kind of ghost town. Today, its streets cannot be traversed freely; however, there are plans within a year for two safe routes through this eerie village. Additionally, paranormal enthusiasts claim sightings of spectral figures in Craco and report particularly unsettling noises emanating from its abandoned houses. This stunning print captures not only the haunting beauty but also reveals glimpses into both past and present mysteries surrounding "Craco - Il Paese Fantasma.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
