by Victory De Maio
One of the many unique features/characteristics of Lecce is its dramatic architecture. Every where you look–and you must look every where–your gaze will be met with rich Baroque ornamentation.
Lecce is often referred to as the "Florence of the South" but it it is truly unique and really cannot be compared to any place you have ever been. This is due to the distinctive nature of the very stone from which this celebration of Baroque evolved. It's called Pietra Leccese...and, to this day, Lecce stone is quarried and carved...
Fonte: L'italo-Americano
