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Matera
This is one of only two provinces that make up the
remote region of Basilicata on the south central coast
of Italy.
Of the two, Matera has the advantage of being the
province with a coastline on the Gulf of Taranto (part
of the Ionian Sea).
Of the 31 towns in the province, the namesake city
is the largest, though certainly not a large town.
This is one of the least populated regions in the entire
country and is relatively unspoiled by international
tourism.
The area is best known for its natural beauty and agriculture
(especially farm animals and grapes), though in recent
years, it has become the home of furniture upholstery.
The region is now known as an emerging site of Italian
tourism with beaches and resorts.
The local cuisine relies heavily on seafood and the
coastal towns are known for fish dishes. Local wines
are also popular in the region, but relatively unknown
outside the local area.
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