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Castelluccio Superiore (Potenza)

Ancient Settlement of Cozzo Pastano

Near the sanctuary of the Madonna del Soccorso, on Cozzo Pastano above Castelluccio Superiore, the remains of an ancient urban settlement dating back to the 4th century BC have been unearthed.

  • Opening hoursArchaeological area: ask at the Town Hall.
  • AdmissionFree entry.
  • WherePresso il santuario – Castelluccio Superiore (PZ)

What to see

  • The area of the settlement, near the sanctuary.
  • The link with the ancient cities of Tebe Lucana and Nerulum, mentioned by historians for this territory.

How to get there

It can be reached together with the Soccorso sanctuary, on foot along the La Spina–Zaccana mountain trail.

Useful information

  • This is an archaeological site: the remains are not well signposted, so it is best to check with the Comune (town hall).
  • The location given is that of the nearby sanctuary.

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