The Vulture area
The Vulture area is the northwestern part of the region Basilicata (Lucania) comprising the communities of Atella, Barile, Ginestra, Melfi, Rapolla, Ripacandida, Rionero in Vulture, Maschito, Venosa, Ruvo del Monte, Rapolla, and San Fele (Geography). The name of the area is given by the most prominent landmark Mount Vulture (1326 m), an inactive Vulcano.
The fertile lava soil allows the cultivation of excellent grapes and olives and is rich in mineral waters. The most famous DOC vine of Basilicata is the Aglianico del Vulture (Gastronomy). Amoung the sights to visit are the two lakes of Monticchio within the Vulcano and the two castles of Frederick II of Swabia at Castel Lagopesole and Melfi (Tourism).
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