Policoro
Policoro is a town and comune in the province of Matera, in the southern Italian region of Basilicata. Home to some 18,000 inhabitants, it sits on the Ionian coast and sees its population swell in summer with visitors drawn to the Lido di Policoro.
At a glance
- Type
- Coastal town and comune
- Period
- Modern comune on an ancient site
- Style
- Ionian seaside settlement
- Location
- Province of Matera, Basilicata, southern Italy
Overview
Policoro is a town and comune in the province of Matera, in the southern Italian region of Basilicata. With some 18,000 inhabitants, it is bounded by the towns of Rotondella, Scanzano Jonico and Tursi. Situated on the coast, its population swells in the summertime due to an influx of tourists who come to enjoy the Lido di Policoro.
History
Policoro lies on the Ionian coast of Basilicata, in the province of Matera. It is bounded by the neighbouring comuni of Rotondella, Scanzano Jonico and Tursi. The modern town is set on the coastal plain where the Basilicata shoreline meets the Ionian Sea.
What you see
Policoro spreads across the flat coastal land of the Ionian shore, with the Lido di Policoro as its main seaside draw. The surrounding territory borders the comuni of Rotondella, Scanzano Jonico and Tursi. In summer the beachfront becomes the focus of local life.
Cultural significance
Policoro is one of the principal coastal towns of the province of Matera, and a popular summer destination on the Ionian coast of Basilicata. Its seasonal influx of visitors underlines its role as a seaside centre for the region.
Practical information
Policoro is a comune in the province of Matera, Basilicata. For beach facilities, local sites and opening hours, check official website and the comune of Policoro.
Getting there
Policoro lies on the Ionian coast of Basilicata, bounded by Rotondella, Scanzano Jonico and Tursi. It is reached by road along the coastal corridor of the province of Matera.