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Basilica di Santa Croce

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Sofia
April 7, 2022
The most iconic Baroque basilica of Lecce. Visits of the interior possible for a small fee, and a multi-cathedral visit ticket can be purchased there as well. Details: www.chieselecce.it
Ramzi And Maurizia
December 28, 2019
Splendid cathedral in a magic location
Allegra
June 1, 2021
The Basilica of Santa Croce with the adjacent Celestini Convent is one of the largest architectural complexes in the city and above all, the most significant example of Lecce Baroque, especially for the opulence of the decorations on the main facade.
Maria
September 25, 2018
The solemn Basilica of Santa Croce is a glimpse you don't expect, a sumptuous feast of stone that unfolds in front of the eyes of whoever strolls along Umberto I avenue, not far from Sant'Oronzo square, in Lecce, the very symbol of Lecce's Baroque. Built by the count of Lecce in 1353. The façade is punctuated by a series of columns, featuring a balcony with a balustrade, supported by figured corbels. The triumph of decorations is simply mind-blowing, while at the centre of this explosion of low reliefs and sculptures in Lecce stone stands out a magnificent large rose window fully decorated. The interior features a Latin-cross layout and a hemispherical dome. Definitely worth visiting.
The solemn Basilica of Santa Croce is a glimpse you don't expect, a sumptuous feast of stone that unfolds in front of the eyes of whoever strolls along Umberto I avenue, not far from Sant'Oronzo square, in Lecce, the very symbol of Lecce's Baroque. Built by the count of Lecce in 1353. The façade i…
Francesco
December 10, 2021
Lecce’s lavish architectural style, featuring magnificent facades carved from local pietra leccese stone, is so distinctive that it has its own label: Barocco Leccese, or Lecce baroque. Begin your visit of this jewel-like city with a guided tour through the old town (centro storico) to appreciate highlights such as the Basilica di Santa Croce, cathedral (duomo) and its Piazza del Duomo, and Church of Santa Chiara.
Lecce’s lavish architectural style, featuring magnificent facades carved from local pietra leccese stone, is so distinctive that it has its own label: Barocco Leccese, or Lecce baroque. Begin your visit of this jewel-like city with a guided tour through the old town (centro storico) to appreciate h…

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Ubicación
1 Via Umberto I
Lecce, Puglia