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Lecce
Serie AMay 26, Finished
Napoli0-0Stadio Diego Armando Maradona
LecceOther matches
Serie A FT May 18 vs 
Atalanta L0 - 2Rank GP W D L Pts 1 
Internazionale38 29 7 2 94 2 
Milan38 22 9 7 75 3 
Juventus38 19 14 5 71 4 
Atalanta38 21 6 11 69 5 
Bologna38 18 14 6 68 6 
Roma38 18 9 11 63 7 
Lazio38 18 7 13 61 8 
Fiorentina38 17 9 12 60 9 
Torino38 13 14 11 53 10 
Napoli38 13 14 11 53 11 
Genoa38 12 13 13 49 12 
Monza38 11 12 15 45 13 
Verona38 9 11 18 38 14 
Lecce38 8 14 16 38 15 
Udinese38 6 19 13 37 16 
Cagliari38 8 12 18 36 17 
Empoli38 9 9 20 36 18 
Frosinone38 8 11 19 35 19 
Sassuolo38 7 9 22 30 20 
Salernitana38 2 11 25 17 Lecce ( / ˈlɛtʃeɪ / [5] Italian: [ˈlettʃe] ⓘ) [pron 1] is a city in southern Italy and former capital of the province of Lecce, with the second-highest population in the Apulia region. It is on the Salentine Peninsula, at the heel of the Italian Peninsula, and is over two thousand years old.
Our detailed guide to this beautiful city in Puglia includes the best things to do in Lecce Italy, where to eat, stay and more useful tips.
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Lecce is the capital of Salento, a region in southern Italy, with a rich cultural and historical heritage. Discover its stunning monuments, theaters, churches and beaches, and explore its cuisine and nature.
- Explore the Historic Center of Lecce. Whether you’re there for the day or a couple of nights, the Centro Storico of Lecce will claim most of your attention.
- See the Lecce Cathedral in Piazza del Duomo. Located in the Piazza del Duomo, the magnificent Lecce Cathedral deserves special mention. The foundations of the Norman church date back to 1144, but what you see today was built in the 17th century.
- Marvel at the Roman Amphitheater. There’s one headliner in town you couldn’t miss if you tried — and that’s the Roman Amphitheater of Lecce. It’s partially underground and occupies a chunk of the Piazza Sant’Oronzo – the very heart of Lecce.
- Join the Evening Passeggiata. One of the most special things to do in Lecce is partake in a traditional southern Italy ritual. The passeggiata is when town residents head out for a dusk-time stroll through the historic center (or along the seafront in coastal resorts).
- Visit the Porta San Biagio. I kicked things off at Porta San Biagio. We basically just parked in front, and there it was: this gate that’s straight out of a storybook, slapped with Ferdinand of Bourbon's coat of arms, and oozing old-world charm.
- Check out Centro Storico (Historic Center) The historic center of Lecce is a captivating fusion of history, culture, food and craftsmanship. Every time you look up you'll be amazed, by the beauty of the buildings and monuments.
- Explore the Musa - Museo Storico Archeologico. I visited the Musa Historical Archaeological Museum in Lecce, Italy. This place immerses you in Salentos past.
- Make a pilgrimage to Basilica di Santa Croce. The Basilica di Santa Croce is considered the epitome of Lecce's Baroque architecture. Its façade, more than being a decorative front, tells stories of faith and the history of Catholicism dating back to the late 16th century.
Discover Lecce, the star of Puglia's baroque architecture, with its gargoyles, asparagus columns and cavorting gremlins. Find attractions, activities, guidebooks and tips for your Lecce holiday.
Jul 27, 2021 · Lecce is a city of golden limestone, elaborate churches, and ancient history in the southern Italian region of Puglia. Discover its architectural treasures, Roman amphitheater, and mouthwatering food with Nomad Paola's guide.
