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Lecce another ancient city in southern Italy known for its Lecce stones, a soft limestone suitable for sculpture is yet another museum city in Italy. Boasting of a history of more than 2000 years it is famous for its wines and the ceramics which are the main exports from the city of Lecce.

Lecce has many ancient buildings. Most of them are churches and other religious buildings which have long histories. Most important one out these is the church of the holy cross, building of which started in 1353 and finished only in 1695. With its many decorations it has become the cities most important monument.

Brindisi Casale Airport located 39 km northwest of Lecce is located close to the small city of Brindisi. This is the easiest place for you to start your tour of Lecce. All major airlines serve this airport from where ample transport facilities are available for the tourist. Buses and taxi cabs are available. Most car hire companies operate their services from Brindisi Casale airport. Car hire Lecce is the best way for the tourist as you can go to where you want with the least knowledge on the place.

Once you arrive in the city, you will be among the city’s ancient buildings with their different kinds of architecture as people of different cultures have come and gone during the ancient history of it. Take a little rest and embark on your city tour the next day. You have many places to visit.

The most important place of visit in the city is the Church of the holy cross which is famous for its rich decorations. Building of the church was started in 1353 but stopped in 1549 and was completed later in 1635. The decorations include figures of animals and vegetables. It also has a large rose window. Just next to the church is an old convent. Another place to visit is the Duomo which was built in the year 1144. If you are interested in seeing the ancient Italio-Norman architecture you must visit the church of San Niccolo and Cataldo. Though some of the structures are ones which were added later, its original architecture is still preserved. The frescoes on its walls belong to the 15th to 17 centuries.

Lecce the ancient city with its numerous grand old buildings sure has given you enough and more of sight seeing. Nick named the Florence of the south, seeing this city is worth your money.

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