Lecce and baroque architecture

Discover Lecce and its unique baroque architecture. Walk through the streets of the historic center to visit Piazza Duomo, characterized by a particular urban layout: a rare example of a closed square, accessible only from one side. Observe the Propylaea in Lecce stone that mark the entrance. Appreciate the beauty of the sumptuous Basilica of Santa Croce, with the façade adorned with a central rose window, decorated with a frame carved with leaves, cherubs and fruit. Admire the Roman Amphitheater in Piazza Sant'Onofrio, today partly hidden by Renaissance buildings. Conclude on a delicious note by tasting typical products such as crunchy friselle, cured meats and traditional Salento cheeses.