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Tour Crypt
OF THE ORIGINAL SIN
THIS CRYPT IS ONE OF THE HIDDEN GEMS OF THE CITY OF SASSI, CALLED "SISTINE CHAPEL OF THE RUPESTRIAN ART".
Tour Crypt of the Original Sin (shuttle included)
- Duration: 90min
- Price: from 25€
Visit the Crypt of the Original Sin, well known as the “Sistine Chapel of Rupestrian art”. Lighting effects, an environmental audio-guide and an atmosphere enriched by Gregorian chants will reveal the secrets of beautiful frescoes dating back to 7 century.
- defined the “Sistine Chapel of Rupestrian art”
- Adam and Eve and the Original Sin
- the Cave Church of 100 Saints
- the flower painter of Matera
- benedectine and beneventan art
Further information
Well known as the “Sistine Chapel of Rupestrian art”, the Crypt of the Original Sin is the flagship of the area, since it is considered the most ancient evidence of rupestrian art. Like any precious treasure, the it is hidden, surrounded by nature, overlooking the canyon. The frescoes inside depict Old Testament scenes related to Genesis, in particular the Creation and the Original Sin. Lighting effects, an environmental audio-guide and an atmosphere enriched by Gregorian chants will reveal the secrets of beautiful frescoes made by the famous Flower painter, with a benedectine style. A shuttle will be provided to reach the place and to come back in town.
More informations
Included
- entry ticket in the Crypt of the Original Sin
- round-trip shuttle
- environmental audio-guide
- map of Sassi of Matera
Not included
- tasting of local products
- everything not included in “Inclusive services” section
Participants
- group tour from 4 up to 19 participants (max 25 people in the Crypt)
Languages
- German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian
Requirements
- pushchairs and wheelchairs are not recommended
- pets not allowed
Important information
- the ticket is non-refundable
- if you cancel within 3 days before the date of the tour or in case of no show, you will receive a voucher equal to 40% of the total amount, which you can use within 1 year from the date of the cancelled tour
Venue
The meeting point for the shuttle is in via Rocco Scotellaro n.4, at the agency of Matera City Tour (infoPoint A)
Address
- Via Rocco Scotellaro, 4, Matera, MT, Italia
Parking
- Multi-storey car park, in via Rocco Scotellaro (exactly in front of our agency) € 1,50/h
- Outdoor parking on blue stripes nearby in via Lucana, via Gramsci or via Passarelli € 0,70/h or € 0,50/h (8:00-13:30 and 16:00-20:30)
Stations
- Central Station, 10 minutes walking distance from our ticket office
Reviews
Tripadvisor
Stupendo tesoro materano ★★★★★
Seppure gestito non dallo Stato bensì da un privato, la Fondazione Zetema, si tratta di un vero tesoro dell'arte rupestre materana. Assolutamente da non perdere! Poiché non è facile raggiungere il sito, consiglio di rivolgersi all'agenzia Matera City Tour sita in Via Scotellaro n. 4, la quale dispone di pullmini che arrivano direttamente in loco. Meglio prenotare con un po' di anticipo.
— C_Rosalba
Belle escursioni guidate da personale preparato e competente ★★★★★
Abbiamo fatto il tour sul canyon della Murgia e alla Grotta del Peccato Originale tutto molto bello e ben guidato - al termine l'agenzia ho offerto una piacevole degustazione guidata dei prodotti tipici del Materano tutto ok professionalità e simpatia
— MAURO M