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Discover the haunting beauty of Craco, a ghost town nestled in the Matera province of Basilicata, Italy

Background imageCraco Collection: The ghost town of Craco, Matera province, Basilicata, Italy, Europe

The ghost town of Craco, Matera province, Basilicata, Italy, Europe

Background imageCraco Collection: Abandoned mountain village Craco, Basilicata, Italy

Abandoned mountain village Craco, Basilicata, Italy

Background imageCraco Collection: Le Puit des Levriers, Place Fernand Cocq, (1914-1920), c2014-2017. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth

Le Puit des Levriers, Place Fernand Cocq, (1914-1920), c2014-2017. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Le Puit des Levriers, Place Fernand Cocq. Arhur Craco: 1914-20

Background imageCraco Collection: Craco, Province of Matera, Southern Italy

Craco, Province of Matera, Southern Italy
Craco is a ghost town and comune in the Province of Matera, in the southern Italian region of Basilicata. In 1963, people living in the small town began to evacuate due to a landslide

Background imageCraco Collection: Ghost town

Ghost town in Basilicata, south Italy

Background imageCraco Collection: Craco - Il Paese Fantasma

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

Background imageCraco Collection: Colli Lucani

Colli Lucani

Background imageCraco Collection: Donkey in Craco - The ghost town

Donkey in Craco - The ghost town
Craco is a ghost town located in the region of Basilicata, southern Italy. In 1963, people living in the small town began to evacuate due to a landslide

Background imageCraco Collection: Indian fig opuntia

Indian fig opuntia
A tree of indian fig opuntia growing in the countryside near Craco, Basilicata, southern Italy

Background imageCraco Collection: View from Craco

View from Craco
The abandoned village of Craco is sorrounded by hills and badlands ( calanchi in italian) formed by intensive erosion. Mainly wheat and olive trees grow in this landscape

Background imageCraco Collection: Countryside of Basilicata

Countryside of Basilicata
Basilicata is a region located in southern Italy. The countryside in the area of Craco mainly consists of hills where wheat and olive trees grow

Background imageCraco Collection: Horse in Craco - The ghost town

Horse in Craco - The ghost town
Craco is a ghost town located in the region of Basilicata, southern Italy. In 1963, people living in the small town began to evacuate due to a landslide

Background imageCraco Collection: Fig tree in Craco - The ghost town

Fig tree in Craco - The ghost town
Craco is a ghost town located in the region of Basilicata, southern Italy. In 1963, people living in the small town began to evacuate due to a landslide

Background imageCraco Collection: Green Hills

Green Hills

Background imageCraco Collection: Hills of Basilicata

Hills of Basilicata
Picture taken in Craco, an abandoned village located in Basilicata, southern Italy. Craco is sorrounded by hills where wheat and olive trees grow

Background imageCraco Collection: Craco - The ghost town

Craco - The ghost town
Craco is a ghost town located in the region of Basilicata, southern Italy. In 1963, people living in the small town began to evacuate due to a landslide

Background imageCraco Collection: The Citadelle, deserted village of Craco in Basilicata, Italy, Europe

The Citadelle, deserted village of Craco in Basilicata, Italy, Europe


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Discover the haunting beauty of Craco, a ghost town nestled in the Matera province of Basilicata, Italy. This abandoned mountain village holds a mysterious allure that captivates visitors from all over Europe. With its crumbling buildings and empty streets, Craco tells a story of a forgotten past. Le Puit des Levriers stands as a testament to the artistic spirit that once thrived within this desolate place. Created by Alan John Ainsworth between 1914 and 1920, this artwork adds an eerie charm to the already haunting atmosphere. As you wander through the remains of Craco, you can't help but feel transported back in time. The echoes of laughter and bustling activity seem almost tangible amidst the silence. It's as if life froze here long ago, leaving behind only whispers on the wind. Craco is more than just an abandoned village; it's a glimpse into history frozen in time. Its location in Southern Italy adds to its allure, surrounded by stunning landscapes that contrast with its decaying structures. Step into Il Paese Fantasma - Craco's nickname among locals - and let your imagination run wild as you explore its narrow alleys and staircases leading nowhere. Each corner reveals another layer of mystery waiting to be unraveled. Despite being uninhabited for decades, Craco continues to draw curious souls who seek solace in its melancholic beauty. As you stand atop one of its hills overlooking vast valleys below, it becomes clear why this ghost town has become such an iconic destination for photographers and filmmakers alike. Abandoned yet full of stories untold, Craco invites you to unravel its secrets at your own pace. Whether you're drawn by curiosity or simply seeking solitude amidst history's remnants, this ghost town promises an unforgettable experience unlike any other.