Calvera (Potenza)
Historic centre of Calvera
Calvera is one of the smallest towns in Basilicata, with about 350 inhabitants, at 630 metres. It lies in the northern part of the Pollino National Park, on the slopes of Monte Mancino, above the Serrapotamo valley.
- Opening hoursAlways visible outdoors
- AdmissionFree admission
- WhereCentro, Calvera (PZ)
About this place
What to see
• The village centre, best explored on foot, with the church of San Gaetano and the noble palazzi.
• The Anamnesis photographic museum, with images of the village’s memory.
• The view over the Serrapotamo valley.
A little history
The first written record dates from 1280. In 1875 a huge landslide destroyed much of the village and the old Mother Church of San Gaetano, which was later rebuilt.
Useful information
It can be visited freely on foot. The position shown is taken from OpenStreetMap and refers to the village centre.
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