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Our detailed guide to this beautiful city in Puglia includes the best things to do in Lecce Italy, where to eat, stay and more useful tips.
Lecce ( / ˈlɛtʃeɪ / [5] Italian: [ˈlettʃe] ⓘ) [pron 1] is a city in southern Italy and former capital of the province of Lecce, with the second-highest population in the Apulia region. It is on the Salentine Peninsula, at the heel of the Italian Peninsula, and is over two thousand years old.
- Visit the Porta San Biagio. I kicked things off at Porta San Biagio. We basically just parked in front, and there it was: this gate that’s straight out of a storybook, slapped with Ferdinand of Bourbon's coat of arms, and oozing old-world charm.
- Check out Centro Storico (Historic Center) The historic center of Lecce is a captivating fusion of history, culture, food and craftsmanship. Every time you look up you'll be amazed, by the beauty of the buildings and monuments.
- Explore the Musa - Museo Storico Archeologico. I visited the Musa Historical Archaeological Museum in Lecce, Italy. This place immerses you in Salentos past.
- Make a pilgrimage to Basilica di Santa Croce. The Basilica di Santa Croce is considered the epitome of Lecce's Baroque architecture. Its façade, more than being a decorative front, tells stories of faith and the history of Catholicism dating back to the late 16th century.
- Basilica di Santa Croce. This is one of the most beautiful churches in Lecce and is renowned for its amazing architecture and stunning Baroque façade.
- Cattedrale dell’Assunzione della Virgine. Located in the Piazza del Duomo, Lecce cathedral is on par with the Basilica di Santa Croce as the most important religious buildings in the city.
- Piazza del Duomo. Lecce has several beautiful squares that feature some gorgeous architecture and the Piazza del Duomo is one of the most charming. This square is located in the centre of the historic old town of Lecce and has some gorgeous monuments and religious structures.
- Piazza Sant’Oronzo. A short distance further to the east from the Cathedral is the Piazza Sant’Oronzo; this is another beautiful open square with some interesting architecture and fantastic sites.
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Lecce is the capital of Salento, a region in southern Italy, with a rich cultural and historical heritage. Discover its stunning monuments, theaters, churches and beaches, and explore its cuisine and events.
Discover Lecce, the star of Puglia's baroque architecture, with its gargoyles, asparagus columns and cavorting gremlins. Find attractions, activities, guidebooks and tips for your trip to this beautiful city.
