Italy Basilicata Maratea

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A little coastal town with great beaches, numerous lovely churches, great hiking trails, and breathtaking views.

Maratea is a town and commune in the province of Potenza. It is the only town of the region on the Tyrrhenian coast and because of its beautiful scenery and coastline it has been called "the Pearl of the Tyrrhenian". Owing to the considerable number of its churches and chapels it has also been described as "the town with 44 churches". Maratea has approximately 32 kilometers (20 miles) of rocky coastline, with more than twenty beaches. One of the main characteristics of Maratea is the variety of its landscapes, varying from breath-taking sea views to wooded hillsides and majestic mountains which sweep down to the sea creating steep cliffs.

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Maratea, Italy

maratea by mozzercork

A little coastal town with great beaches, numerous lovely churches, great hiking trails, and breathtaking views.
Scenic Drive Around Maratea

maratea#setteponti by atomotic

Take a drive on the roads surrounding this town and its vicinity, taking advantage of the lush Mediterranean scenery.
Beach, Maratea

U'nastru Beach by fabulousfabs

With gorgeous turquoise water and precious quiet, this beach just might become your favorite on this trip.
Statue of Christ, Maratea

Il Redentore by EnKayTee

Reminiscent of Rio's famed sculpture, this large statue of Christ is set on top of a hill, offering a nice panorama to its visitors.
Historic Center, Maratea

Porto di Maratea by superdino

Enjoy a cup of coffee on a piazza, roam the meandering streets, or simply admire the architectural diversity of this town center.

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Scenic Drive Around Maratea

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Beach, Maratea

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Statue of Christ, Maratea

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Historic Center, Maratea

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