San Giovanni Battista, Minor basilica and parish church in Lecce, Italy
San Giovanni Battista features a baroque facade with stone decorations, high arches, and a central entrance framed by marble columns.
The church construction began in 1691, reflecting the architectural preferences of the late 17th century religious buildings in southern Italy.
The basilica holds regular masses and religious ceremonies, serving as a central place of worship for the Catholic community in Lecce.
Visitors can access the basilica daily through the main entrance on Via Giuseppe Libertini, near the city center of Lecce.
The church received its minor basilica status in 1948, adding to the collection of religious structures that shape the Lecce cityscape.
Location: Lecce
Inception: 1691
Architectural style: baroque architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.35130,18.16510
Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:17
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