Lecce

The streets of Lecce show intricate buildings constructed from local golden limestone, with detailed carvings adorning churches, palaces, and monuments throughout the center.

Founded in 200 BC by the Messapii people as Sybar, Romans transformed the settlement into Lupiae before its relocation under Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century.

The Santa Croce Basilica displays the mastery of local craftsmen who spent two centuries perfecting the ornate limestone decorations on its grand facade.

The historic center maintains traffic restrictions, enabling visitors to walk between major monuments, churches, and museums within a compact urban layout.

The Museo Faggiano reveals multiple layers of civilization, from pre-Roman tombs to medieval structures, discovered during renovations of a residential building.

Location: Lecce

Elevation above the sea: 49 m

Shares border with: Arnesano, Cavallino, Lequile, Lizzanello, Monteroni di Lecce, San Cesario di Lecce, San Pietro in Lama, Squinzano, Surbo, Torchiarolo, Vernole, Novoli, Trepuzzi

Address: 73100 Lecce, Province of Lecce, Italy 73100 Lecce

Website: http://comune.lecce.it

GPS coordinates: 40.35201,18.16914

Latest update: July 15, 2025 08:09