A surprising journey through our most remote origins, made up of primordial testimonies of life, art and faith that fascinate even those who do not have this gift. A beautiful experience that Maria Grottola was able to guide with competence but above all with true passion, just like that of a true artist who does not settle on WHO or WHAT but seeks out different situations to communicate to his audience to transfer sincere emotions that go beyond the sensorial pleasure of what it illustrates. Thank you Maria also for the interesting digressions on the evolution and sociality of our species which convinced me that we delude ourselves into mastering the universe while we are just beings fleeing from the futility of our inventions and ultimately also from ourselves.
Mario Valdiserri
Maria, we want to thank you for the tour which – despite our short time available – was wonderful, enriched by your preparation and historical-cultural expertise. Two full hours, in the name of a territorial culture which, thanks to you, has enriched us and made us participants. You are a multifaceted person who should be browsed like the petals of a flower. Unfortunately we didn’t have much time. Thank you very much for everything, a hug,
Paola and Roberto
Maria was a discovery: she took us under the summer sun to see villages and rock churches in the ravines, which will remain etched in our memories. His enthusiasm and preparation involve you. I will carry Petruscio and Saint Nicholas in my heart, as well as Matera!
Maria, the day we spent in your company was one of the most beautiful and full of our holiday in Puglia. In the morning, on the tour of the Wonderful Caves of God and in front of the glimpses of the rock villages, with your stories and explanations you opened up a fascinating world to us, making us participants in a hidden treasure which deserves much wider media coverage than it currently has. . In the afternoon you led us and gave us Matera with the same professionalism and friendliness shown in your Mottola.
Among the grayness that unfortunately increasingly surrounds us, it’s nice to meet and get to know people who, like you, create and spread culture with a genuine and truly contagious enthusiasm!
We wish you many beautiful things.
Thanks again from Simonetta, Tiziana, Fabio and Piergiorgio.
Thank you for the wonderful morning which further enriched the knowledge of our region. And thank you for showing us a truly special place where the simplicity and quality of the food blend well with the territory. Compliments to the owner and the chef.
Hello Maria! I just wanted to thank you for this morning, you were great and you can really see the passion you put into it. We will recommend you to everyone who comes on holiday here!
Maria, thank you so much for the beautiful morning!
The sites and the visit were absolutely interesting and, moreover, their knowledge allowed the students to understand more deeply the technical and conservation aspects relating to the frescoes.
You are a very helpful, knowledgeable and also nice guide!
We were very satisfied with everything.
Visiting the rock churches with Maria is a one-of-a-kind experience. He combines academic skills with a strong sense of humor, which make him a truly unique guide!
Buona sera cara Maria, allora, like we promised, we will send you some pictures of the great exploring event of this day 🙂 a selection of the most beautiful ones and, of course, the ones of THE BEST, KINDEST, HUMOURUS, PROFESSIONAL, EXPRESSIVE, TALENTED, WELL SPOKEN AND CHARMING GUIDE WE HAVE EVER MET IN OUR LIVES. Your way of telling and explaining does truly give an extra dimension to the stories you have told about the church and its history. Absolute brava, brava, brava! We will never forget you and this church full of stories, frescoes and unique place. To us you have made history come alive!!! That’s a great talent!!! We will reccomend you and the visit to everyone who is wanting to go to Southern Italy.
Ciao e lots of love,
Joost and Jan-Paul
May Saint Pelagia protect us!
