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Tour of the Crypt of Original Sin

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Passi nei Sassi
Tour of the Crypt of Original Sin

About this activity

Discover one of the most fascinating and surprising places in the Matera territory: the Crypt of Original Sin, an extraordinary rock complex immersed in the Murgia landscape. Known as the "Sistine Chapel of the rock," it houses a precious cycle of frescoes created between the 8th and 9th centuries by the mysterious Painter of the Flowers of Matera. Among the Apostles, Archangels, the Queen Virgin, and the suggestive scenes of Creation and Original Sin, you will enter a place where art, spirituality, and history merge in the rock. The visit allows one to discover one of the most important masterpieces of Benedictine-Beneventan art and to understand the deep link between man and the rock landscape of Matera. An intense and unconventional experience, ideal for those who wish to live an authentic journey into the city's millennial history.

What's included

  • ✓Private transportation
  • ✓Entrance tickets with choice of audio guide

Not included

  • ✕Water and snacks
  • ✕Tips

Meeting and pickup

  • Central Office of Steps in the Sassi

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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