You can find it in Apulia, south Italy, on the top of the Italian shoe. Lecce is one of the most important city of a region, but as many well known cites Lecce is not situated ashore. Threw ages inhabitants of the city were changing, first mention is telling about Troians, it was also under control of Roman Empire and Ostrogots.
City is called "The Florence of the South" because of very precious buildings which are coming from Baroque times, around XVI/XVII century.
One of the biggest "must see" in Lecce is Chiesa di Santa Croce (Church of the Saint Cross). Built between 14th /16th century church has very richly decorated facade and big rose window. It can be easy overlook because nowadays its located in one of the narrows streets which is outgoing form the mains square. You can easily spend some time by admire this piece of art.
Near by you can find ancient roman theater which is compose into square, what is uncommon procedure. It was found on the beginning of 20th century while constructing new building for a bank. During winter above this square you can see special little lamps imitating snowing. It brings unforgettable atmosphere to this city.
All the old town was separated by walls from modern city. Till today just some part of them survived but you can still get inside by one of the gates. Inside you will find several churches, which deserve for attention (San Mateo, Santa Chiara, Chiesa del Gesu).
You can also find there huge medieval castle inside which is situated touristic information.
Prices are not so high and it's possible to get there by train. From the train station it's a 10 minutes walk to the city center. I do recommend this city but there is not much to hide that good memories about the great places are always 'upgraded' when you see them with a great persons;)
City is called "The Florence of the South" because of very precious buildings which are coming from Baroque times, around XVI/XVII century.
One of the biggest "must see" in Lecce is Chiesa di Santa Croce (Church of the Saint Cross). Built between 14th /16th century church has very richly decorated facade and big rose window. It can be easy overlook because nowadays its located in one of the narrows streets which is outgoing form the mains square. You can easily spend some time by admire this piece of art.
All the old town was separated by walls from modern city. Till today just some part of them survived but you can still get inside by one of the gates. Inside you will find several churches, which deserve for attention (San Mateo, Santa Chiara, Chiesa del Gesu).
You can also find there huge medieval castle inside which is situated touristic information.
Prices are not so high and it's possible to get there by train. From the train station it's a 10 minutes walk to the city center. I do recommend this city but there is not much to hide that good memories about the great places are always 'upgraded' when you see them with a great persons;)
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