Santa Maria della Porta, Neoclassical church near Porta Napoli, Lecce, Italy.
The octagonal Santa Maria della Porta features a symmetrical facade with grand columns and geometric patterns characteristic of 19th-century neoclassical design.
Originally constructed as a chapel outside city walls in the 16th century, the church underwent complete reconstruction between 1852 and 1858 in neoclassical style.
The church preserves the memory of Laura Macchia, who regained her ability to walk after viewing the Madonna image in 1567.
Located on Via Giuseppe Palmieri, the church maintains regular opening hours and welcomes visitors interested in religious architecture.
The building transformed from a simple roadside chapel into a parish church, marking the expansion of Lecce beyond its medieval boundaries.
Location: Lecce
Inception: 1852
Architectural style: neoclassicism
GPS coordinates: 40.35612,18.16845
Latest update: March 3, 2025 21:40
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