Digital holographic reconstruction of “Temple A” in the Metapontum Archaeological Park.
The Metapontum Archaeological Park (also known as Parco Archeologico di Metaponto or Parco Archeologico dell'Area Urbana di Metaponto) is an open-air site preserving the ruins of Metapontum (ancient Greek: Μεταπόντιον), one of the most important Greek colonies in Magna Graecia (southern Italy).
Founded by Achaean settlers from the Peloponnese in the late 7th century BC (around 630–620 BC), the city flourished as a prosperous agricultural and trading hub on the Ionian coast, between the Bradano and Basento rivers. It was home to philosopher Pythagoras in his later years and played a key role in the region's history until Roman times, with gradual decline afterward.
The park, located in the frazione of Metaponto in the comune of Bernalda, Province of Matera, Basilicata region (southern Italy), covers part of the ancient urban center.













