Lecce

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Lecce is a city in the Apulia region of Italy.

Lecce Halal Explorer

Lecce has been dubbed the Florence of the south. Whereas many people skip it in favour of the nearby beach towns of the Salento Peninsula, this city, distinguished by its elaborate style of baroque buildings, has at least a couple of days of attractions worth seeing.

Travel to Lecce

40.352859|18.172966 layer=W}} FSE at Lecce - Ferrovie del Sud Est trains at the train station

Lecce is roughly 580 km (although some older measurements claim up to 640 km, depending on the route) from Rome.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Lecce

• Brindisi Airport IATA Flight Code: BDS 50.658056, 17.946667 - Brindisi Airport - Areoportro BDS 2 - It is the closest airport (35 kilometers) and provides efficient connections through buses.

It is also the best way to reach the town from central and northern Europe. There are discount flights available from London, Rome, Milan, etc. For a complete list, check out the Apulian airports website.

By Rail

There are FS trains from Foggia, Turin, Rome, Naples, Venice and Milan. You can also reach Lecce by Eurostar Train from Bologna through Rimini and Bari. Travel durations from Rome and beyond can be long. Night trains with sleeping couches are available, and often a better option.

The trains arrive at Lecce train station GPS 40.345556,18.166111 Lecce Station.JPG station, 1 kilometers from the downtown. Taxis anywhere can be expensive (expect to pay up to €15 to the center, especially if you have luggage items), so you may want to check with your hotel the public transportation options available.

By car

• From Bari: at the Bari Nord exit of Autostrada A14 Italia.svg|25px motorway, keep on the Strada Statale 16 Italia.svg|45px and reached Fasano continue on the Strada Statale 379 Italia.svg|45px until Brindisi and then go on the Strada Statale 613 Italia.svg|45px to reach Lecce.
• From Taranto: take the Strada Statale 7 Italia.svg|45px until Brindisi and then merge onto the Strada Statale 613 Italia.svg|45px towards Lecce.

The town is ringed by a freeway called Tangenziale di Lecce that you can join to bypass the downtown.

Travel on a Bus in Lecce

These are the main private bus operator to get in the town:

• Marino (main continental Italy cities, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Switzerland)
• Marozzi (Avellino, Benevento, Florence, Pisa, Rome, Siena)
• Miccolis (Caserta, Matera, Naples, Pompeii, Salerno)

From June to September the province of Lecce manages the bus service Salentoinbus, that gives you the occasion to reach the town from the main seaside resorts of the territory.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Lecce

• Port of Brindisi - 50.637131, 17.950191 ☎ +39 0831 522203 Port of Brindisi It is the closest port and provides ferry services to/from Corfu, Durrës, Igoumenitsa, Kefalonia, Patra, Vlorë and Zakynthos.

How to get around in Lecce

Van Hool A330T trolleybus in Lecce - Van Hool A330T trolleybus in the modern center

Travel on a Bus in Lecce

Public transport is managed by / SGM company, with 20 bus lines and 4 trolleybus lines. Single tickets can be purchased at most of tobacconists and newspaper sellers around the city. The cost of a single ticket is €1.00 (€2.90 if bought on board), a 90-min ticket is €1.30; a day ticket costs €2.50 while a seven-day ticket costs €9.70.

Best way to travel in Lecce by a Taxi

LecceTaxi covers the town and other destinations in the Salento area.

By car

Here is a list of useful parking lots: - Piazza Carmelo Bene Ex Foro Boario - 50.362403, 18.169337 €0.60/hr It is near the Bus City Terminal with interchange to lines 29, 30, 31.

• Oberdan Parking - Via G.Oberdan, 43 40.352987, 18.182640 ☎ +39 0832 454601 Opening Hours: 24 hours It also provides a service of vehicle and bike rental.

• Metropark - Via di Ussano 40.345227, 18.167235 +39 800650006 Opening Hours: 24 hours €1.00/hr 189 parking spaces 100 meters from the train station.

Walk in Lecce

Walking is without doubt the best way to discover the main attractions of Lecce, since the whole old town is a limited traffic zone (ZTL). This feature gives the opportunity to move between monuments, churches and archaeological sites free from the stress of traffic.

What to see in Lecce

Churches

Puglia Lecce3 tango7174 - Holy Cross church

Lecce has more than 30 historic churches and these are the most representative ones:

• Church of the Holy Cross - Basilica di Santa Croce - Via Umberto I, 3 40.354663, 18.172877 ☎ +39 0832 241957 Opening Hours: 09:00-12:00 / 17:00-20:00 free Basilica di Santa Croce (Lecce) Puglia Lecce3 tango7174 - It represents the main example of Lecce baroque style. It was built between 1549 and 1695, thanks to three well-known architects: Gabriele Riccardi, who devoted himself to the general plan and the lower part of the façade; Francesco Antonio Zimbalo who made the twin column porch and the portal aside; Cesare Penna who conceived the high level of the façade. The big Romanesque central rose window and the rich frame and the four columns, and the niches as well as the telamons and the imaginary creatures and the animals and the mythological and historical characters of the façade are all what makes this church unique and renowned over the world.

• Gothic Church - Duomo di Lecce | Piazza del Duomo 40.351766, 18.169129 ☎ +39 0832 308557 free Lecce Gothic Church Puglia Lecce2 tango7174 - A wonderful example of baroque style, most of the cathedral was designed by Giuseppe Zimbalo and it was completed in 1689.

• Church of Saint Irene - Sant'Irene dei Teatini - Via Vittorio Emanuele II 40.352946, 18.170329 - Free Chiesa di Sant'Irene . A majestic baroque church with an elegant and quite sober exterior that hides a richly decorated interior.

• Church of Saint John the Baptist - Basilica di San Giovanni Battista - Via Giuseppe Libertini, 5 40.351323, 18.165145 ☎ +39 0832 308540 Free Lecce san giovanni battista . A magnificent façade characterised by two grooved columns, completed in 1728. It is just few steps away from Porta Rudiae.

• Church of Santa Chiara Piazzetta Vittorio Emanuele II 40.3518, 18.17124 ☎ +39 0832 241915 Free Lecce santa chiara face . Built in 1429 and renovated in 1691, its main features are the octagonal interior plan and the lavish altars.

Archaeology

Anfiteatro romano lecce puglia - Roman amphitheatre in Piazza S.Oronzo

• Roman amphitheatre - Anfiteatro romano - sar-@ Piazza Sant'Oronzo, 42 40.35242, 18.17276 ☎ +39 0832 253791 Adults €3.00; groups €2.90; students €1.00 Anfiteatro di Lecce, vista sulla piazza Situated in Sant'Oronzo square and the structure was built during the 2nd century AD and it was able to seat more than 25,000 people. It is currently used for various religious, music and art events.

• Roman theatre - Teatro romano - Via Arte della Cartapesta, 10 40.351391, 18.170539 ☎ +39 0832 682985 - Teatro Romano Lecce . In the heart of the old town, it was built in the 1st century AD and it had a capacity of 5,000 people. It is now seat of events and performances.

• Rudiae archaeological park - Parco archeologico di Rudiae - Via S. Pietro in Lama 40.333792, 18.147292 - Site of an ancient messapian and then roman town, 3km south from the downtown. Here you can see the remains of the amphitheatre, a necropolis and walls.

Other buildings

Lecce, porta rudiae 02 - Porta Rudiae

• Piazza S. Oronzo - Situated in the heart of the city and named after the patron saint's statue erect in 1666 after the population had defeated the plague which had broken out ten years before.
• Paisiello Theatre - Once the permanent theatre of the town. Founded in 1758 and rebuilt in 1870, it was opened with the performance of Giuseppe Verdi' s 'Un ballo in maschera". Because of its rich decorations, this theatre - which can only contain 320 spectators - is nicknamed "The wedding souvenir".

• Castle of Charles V - Castello Asburgico - 50.352222, 18.175 - Castle of Charles V - Interno Castello Carlo V A majestic medieval castle rebuilt during the first half of XVI century. It is seat of several exhibitions, events and conferences.

• Triumphal Arch - Porta Napoli - Piazzetta Arco di Trionfo 40.356483, 18.168545 - Porta Napoli a Lecce It was erected in 1548 to pay homage to Charles V and thank him for having fortified the town. It is known as "Neapolitan Gate" since there started the road leading to Naples, capital of the kingdom.

• Porta Rudiae 50.351334, 18.164574 - Porta Rudiae a Lecce The oldest gate of the town, rebuilt in 1703 in baroque style.

• Porta San Biagio Piazza d'Italia, 8 40.349346, 18.172978 - Porta San Biagio Lecce . The southern entrance to the old town, dedicated to Saint Blaise. It is 17 meters (55 ft) tall and it's topped by the coat of arms of Ferdinand I of the Two Sicilies.

• Park Tower - Torre del Parco | Viale Torre del Parco, 1 40.347295, 18.179976 ☎ +39 0832 347694 A fortress symbol of Lecce's medieval period, built in 1419. It is now seat of meetings, weddings, cultural events and a 4-star hotel.

• Obelisk - Obelisco - Piazzetta Arco di Trionfo 40.356877, 18.167399 In front of Porta Napoli - Lecce Obelisco . 10 meters (33 ft) high structure built in 1822 in honour of king Ferdinand I of the Two Sicilies.

Sedile di notte Lecce - Il Sedile at night

• Palazzo dei Celestini Via Umberto I, 13 40.355099, 18.172851 beside Basilica di Santa Croce ☎ +39 0832 332463 - Lecce Palazzo dei Celestini . The seat of Province of Lecce in an impressive baroque building completed in 1695

• Palazzo del Seggio - il Sedile - Piazza Sant'Oronzo 40.352913, 18.172389 ☎ +39 0832 682102 Opening Hours: 09:30-13:30 / 15:30-19:30 Free Sedile.Veneziano . Ancient city hall, it represents an interesting mixture of gothic and renaissance architecture. It is situated in the middle of the vibrant Piazza S.Oronzo, contiguous with the small Church of San Marco.

Study in Lecce

Many people go to Apulia to learn the typical rustico recipes of the region's cuisine. Cooking schools abound, including

• The Awaiting Table cooking school
• Stile Mediterraneo Italian Cooking and Wine School Puglia]: culinary vacations and tours in Apulia.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Lecce

• Lecce cake
• fantastic gelato from Gelateria Natale in the old city.

Halal Food & Restaurants

Pasticciotto galatina cropped - Pasticciotti leccesi

Pasticciotto Leccese is the typical cake of the town. It is made of shortcrust pastry filled with custard and by tradition it must be eaten warm as a breakfast item.

• Martinucci Laboratory Via Salvatore Trinchese 7 40.353437, 18.174311 ☎ +39 0832 309535 Opening Hours: 09:00-01:30 Taste the delicious cakes and ice creams of the most famous ice-cream franchise of Salento.

• Joyce Vineria/Enoteca, Via Umberto I, 4, Lecce, Tel. +39 0832 279443
• Delicious "cucina tipica" food served with aplomb in a small restaurant in the old city. Many inventive and interesting recipes, plus a large and relatively affordable selection of regional and national fruit cocktails. A terrific choice in the old city, where some Halal restaurants are aimed at tourists and are of limited quality.

• Tabisca - Vico dietro lo Spedale dei Pellegrini 29 40.351393, 18.172097 an alley near Piazzetta Santa Chiara ☎ +39 0832 243192 Opening Hours: Monday to Sun 18:30-01:00 Mediterranean cuisine with a large choice of in the earth of the old city.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Lecce

Lecce - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Lecce, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Lecce. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Lecce and its surrounding regions.

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The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Lecce. Key components include:

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Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Lecce, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Lecce, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Lecce, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Lecce without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Lecce is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Lecce.

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For Halal business inquiries in Lecce, please contact:

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

TORRE DEL PARCO - LECCE 2 - The stronghold of Torre del Parco is now seat of a 4-star hotel

• Azzurretta B&B - Piazza S.Oronzo – Via Andrea Vignes, 2b 40.35094, 18.17172 ☎ +39 338 258595 Good value compared to hotels. About 1 block away from the walled old city. The owner, Marco Larusso, speaks English reasonably well and is very helpful and accommodating. Be prepared to spend up to an extra US$10/day on metered street parking.

• B&B Corte dei Musco - Corte dei Musco, 3 - 73100 Lecce 40.352361, 18.165664 ☎ +39 368 3740180 In the historical centre of Lecce, near Porta Rudiae. It is on a ground-floor of a small, ancient building with a vaulted roof. The building has been subtly restructured and is in a serene and characteristic court of Lecce. It has two independent suites and a large, sunny terrace with a gazebo, small tables and sun-chairs.

• B&B Lecce Villa Giuliana Via Carretti, 6, Arnesano 40.337294, 18.105720 ☎ +39 0832 323834 €40-50 per person per day Large free parking area and lounge terrace, en suite rooms within a lush garden and an acre of olive trees, organic fruit and home baked cakes. Linen and towels are also provided.

• B&B Piazza 300mila - @mila.it Via 47° Reggimento Fanteria, 40 40.352517, 18.178223 ☎ +39 333 6645060 Check-in: 14:00 / Check-out: 10:30 This bed and breakfast is in an elegant flat in a modern building in Piazza Mazzini. The furniture is modern, every room has heating during winter and air conditioning during summer, television, DVD player and a small refrigerator and Wi-fi.

• Agriturismo Arangèa - S.P. San Pietro in Lama/Monteroni angolo Via Vecchia Copertino, 20 40.312743, 18.120849 An old farmhouse of a previous mansion, in the heart of Salento peninsula.

• Hotel Casina Copini, Via S. Angelo 73038 Spongano, Tel. +39 0836.945352 - Fax +39 0836.945352. Hotel Casina Copini offers visitors a swimming swimmingpool and a park in the context of a 19th-century villa in the province of Lecce.
• Hotel Casina dei Cari, S.P. Presicce-Lido Marini, 73054, Presicce Lecce - Tel. +39 0833.711284 - Fax +39 0833.711284. Immersed in verdant Salento, amidst olive trees and stone walls and the Hotel Casina dei Cari has inherited a historical farmhouse between Presicce and Lido Marini.

• Masseria Scinata Dimora Antica B&B - Strada Santa Caterina, 201, 73048, Nardo', S.Caterina Lecce ☎ +39 339 4985458 +39 0833 872821 Scinata Dimora Antica is an holiday villa in Puglia, in the Salento region, a luxury B&B in Santa Caterina di Nardò near Gallipoli (Lecce).

• Motel Aloisi - Via Taranto 297 ☎ +39 0832 240607 +39 0832 243786 - 3-star hotel on the Salento peninsula.

• Tenuta Monacelli, SS Quinzano Località Cerrate-Casalabate - Contrada Monacelli, 73100, Casalabate-Lecce - Tel. +39 0832.382037 - Fax +39 0832.382037. Tenuta Monacelli, a farmhouse in Lecce.

• Villa delle Palme - Via kennedy, trepuzzi, 73019 ☎ +39 0832755557 - In the heart of Salento in Trepuzzi.

Travel Next

Nearby Lecce are the following towns:

• Otranto
• Monopoli
• Gallipoli (Italy) | Gallipoli
• Santa Maria di Leuca
• Specchia

Other popular destinations such as Alberobello and Matera are also easily reachable by car. Consider spending at least on day at each, but if you're too short on time it is feasible to see the main attractions of both in a day trip from Lecce.

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