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Provincial Library “Nicola Bernardini” - Convitto Palmieri
Automatically translated from Italian.
The Provincial Library “Nicola Bernardini” is located in the historic center of Lecce, just a short distance from the train station. It has been a hub of culture since its founding in 1863 and safeguards the province’s most valuable book collection. \n\nThe building features multiple entrances and is part of the architectural complex of the former Convitto Palmieri. In 2009, it underwent a major restoration project that endowed it with contemporary functionality while preserving its original charm.\n\nWooden furnishings, architectural details, and various rooms that had suffered the ravages of time now shine brightly alongside the over 100,000 volumes available for consultation and the busts of great writers and Salentines such as Alessandro Manzoni, sculpted by Eugenio Maccagnani, Filippo Briganti, Francesco Milizia, Antonio Galateo, Scipione Ammirato, and Giulio Cesare Vanini, works by Antonio Bortone.
Events nearby
In the coming days, within 15 km.
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Zero-kilometer vegetables, legumes and natural products every Thursday
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An international collective exhibition on contemporary identity
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Solo exhibition by Valentina Toscano from October 17 to 25
Between Visible and Imagined
Paintings and graffiti exploring memory, identity and vision
The Pumpkin Village
Workshops, markets, and street food among decorated pumpkins
Hòlos. The Art of Care and Well-being
Holistic care event exploring interconnections between human, animal, and environmental health.
More places nearby
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Assisi, a church dedicated to him arose, which today is a scenic space for
exhibitions and events. Lecce very close
Churches and cryptsChiesa del CarmineA splendid example of Baroque Architecture, the Church of the Carmine
reveals itself on the edge of the historic center of Lecce. Lecce very close
Castles, towers and palacesPalazzo VernazzaThe long and fascinating history of Palazzo Vernazza, unravels over the
centuries from the ancient Messapi to Baroque embroidery. Lecce very close
Churches and cryptsChiesa del Sacro CuoreA small church with a sober design shrouded in light, recalls an ancient
spirituality inspired by the early Christian cult. Lecce very close
ArchaeologyRoman TheatreThe Roman Theatre of Lecce, as a hidden treasure amid the alleys of the
historic centre, opens up amid the roof gardens of 18th- century palaces. Lecce very close
Churches and cryptsCathedral of Maria Santissima AssuntaThe Cathedral rises triumphantly in the heart of Lecce, its majestic
baroque grandeur providing a magnificent spectacle in the beautiful Piazza
Duomo. Lecce very close