Montescaglioso is a town and comune in the Province of Matera, Basilicata, southern Italy.
The economy is mostly based on agriculture, including production of renowned oil and wine, as well as traditional food.
Historically, it was the centre of a county in the Norman Kingdom of Sicily.

This war memorial honors the local residents who lost their lives in the First and Second World War.
Situated in the main square of the town, it acts as a site of remembrance for the local community.