If you're interested in finding out about past civilizations, you'll love Museo Nazionale Ridola. Study its unearthed relics and gain an insight into the rituals and behaviors of people from long ago.

This exhibition of human history is often on the itineraries of travelers to Matera. But Museo Nazionale Ridola isn't the only highlight in the area. Viewpoint of Matera and the Sassi, Cathedral of Matera, and Casa Grotto di Vico Solitario are some other worthwhile sights nearby.

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