7Home to Ancient Tribes
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In time past, Matera was the dwelling place of Romans and Greeks. Before the time it became a Greco-Roman settlement, it was called home by the Lucani, a very ancient Italian tribe. The Lucani people were known for their love for combats. If they were not engaged in a brawl with their neighbors, you would find them serving as mercenaries under the Macedonians. Click the next ARROW to see the next photo!