Melfi

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Melfi is a surprisingly delightful city located in the region of in southern Italy. It is located on a hill at the foot of Mount Vulture and is the most important city in the Vulture region.

The town is dominated by the Castle of Melfi, which is one of the most important medieval castles in southern Italy. It dates back to the Norman conquest however it has undergone several changes overtime and Emperor Frederick II gave great importance to ensuring its fortification.

It was here, where the constitution of Melfi which governed the Kingdom of was promulgated which would govern Southern Italy for centuries.

A visit to Melfi would not be complete without going in the castle, where they have artifacts that span the ages well preserved inside and this is a town you most certainly do not want to miss on your journey through southern Italy. Not only for the castle and the history of Melfi, but also because the town is stunningly beautiful and very elegant.

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Melfi Through Our Eyes

Photographed during our own travels and research, these images follow the journey through Melfi, from the first view of the landscape to the small details that give the place its character.

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Castelmezzano

Lago / Lake Sirino

Lake Monticchio and San Michele Monastery

Maratea

Matera

Melfi

Pietrapertosa

Rivello

San Fele Waterfalls

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