La conoscenza per il recupero dei ‘valori’ del passato: il caso della chiesa della Madonna delle Vergini a Matera

The Church of the Madonna delle Vergini, a 16th-century rupestrian church within Matera’s UNESCO-listed Park of the Rupestrian Churches, stands as a living testament to the region's historical and cultural evolution. This study highlights its role as a fragile yet invaluable repository of ancient traditions, now largely lost, which are critical for understanding the interplay between human settlement and natural landscapes in the Sassi district. By employing multidisciplinary analysis, researchers aim to recover these intangible and material values, offering new pathways for preserving and appreciating Matera’s religious and rupestrian heritage. The approach underscores the necessity of integrating historical, artistic, and archaeological perspectives to inform sustainable conservation strategies that balance past significance with contemporary enjoyment.

Pagliuca, A., & D’Angiulli, G. (2023). La conoscenza per il recupero dei ‘valori’ del passato: il caso della chiesa della Madonna delle Vergini a Matera. Restauro Archeologico, 30(1). https://doi.org/10.36253/rar-14333