Lecce, Italy | The "Florence of the South" with 1000 Years of History

In Lecce, the best thing to do is simply wander 🚶‍♀️ - explore historic sites, museums, and breathtaking Baroque buildings at every turn. Known as the "Florence of Southern Italy," this city will leave you speechless with its magnificent Baroque monuments that showcase incredible ancient artistry 🏛️. 🗺️ Lecce, Puglia 🛻 Getting There: Located in Italy's "heel" 👢, it's about 4 hours by car from Naples ✒️ Must-Visit Spots ▪️ Piazza del Duomo ⛪ The grandest Baroque square in Southern Italy! Every church here is a Baroque masterpiece 💫. The lavish style that made Florence and Rome famous? Lecce does it even better - no wonder it's called the "Capital of Baroque" 👑. ▪️ Historic Center 🏘️ Get lost in the charming centro storico! With its ornate facades and cobblestone alleys, it's like Rome's elegant little sister ✨. The perfect place to soak up local life while sipping espresso ☕. ▪️ Museo Diocesano 🖼️ Art lovers alert! This museum near the Cathedral houses stunning religious artworks from the 15th century onward - paintings, golden treasures, and more . ▪️ Piazza Sant'Oronzo 🍹 The city's vibrant heart ! By day, admire the Roman amphitheater ruins ; by night, join locals for aperitivo at trendy bars . #TravelGram #WeekendEscape #EuroTrip 🇪🇺 #ItalianVibes #HistoryLover