What to see in Salento
Castles, churches and crypts, museums, beaches and nature: photos, description, how to get there and the events on nearby.
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Churches and cryptsChiesa di Santa Maria De Itri20th-century chapel that incorporated an ancient 13th-century Byzantine
church. Nociglia
Churches and cryptsChiesa di Santa Maria degli AngeliWith a neoclassical style and remarkable work of art, the Church of Santa
Maria degli Angeli was built at the behest of San Lorenzo di Brindisi. Brindisi
Churches and cryptsChurch of Santa Maria dei MartiriDesired by Alfonso of Aragon, it is situated on Colle della Minerva, site
of the martyrdom of 180 inhabitants of Otranto in 1480. Otranto
Churches and cryptsChiesa di Santa Maria del CasaleAn extraordinary example of Romanesque-Gothic architecture, the church
represents a true gem in the landscape of Apulia. Brindisi
Churches and cryptsChiesa di Santa Maria della CroceMemory of the ancient village of Casaranello, the Church of Santa Maria
della Croce houses precious early Christinas mosaics inside. Casarano
Churches and cryptsChiesa di Santa Maria della NeveDedicated to Madonna della Neve, the main church of Latiano likely dates
back to the 16th century and today features the linear forms of the early
20th-century. Latiano
Churches and cryptsChiesa di Santa Maria della PuritàThe Church of Purità rises above the homonymous inlet, beloved by the
people of Gallipoli, and represents one of the oldest expressions of faith
in the city. Gallipoli
Churches and cryptsChiesa di Santa Maria delle GrazieTreasure trove of artworks, the Collegiate Church dedicated to Santa Maria
delle Grazie presents itself today in a fascinating Baroque style. Campi Salentina
Churches and cryptsChiesa di Santa Maria di CasoleThe wonderful Church of Santa Maria di Casole is located outside the city
center of Copertino, near the remains of an ancient convent. Copertino
Churches and cryptsChiesa di Santa Maria in BetlemmeAmong the churches of Mesagne, the building dedicated to Santa Maria in
Betlemme is the riches in Rococo fantasies and Baroque volutes. Mesagne
Churches and cryptsChurch of Santa TeresaAn imposing Baroque outpost in the heart of the city, the church is now
home to the Diocesan Museum “Giovani Tarantini”. Brindisi
Churches and cryptsChiesa di Santo StefanoThe small church of Santo Stefano di Soleto represents the most shining
example of the coexistence of Salento and the East told by the frescoes
that cover its interior. Soleto
Churches and cryptsChurch and Convent of San Francesco di PaolaThe suggestive convent complex of San Francesco di Paola stands at the
city’s outskirts, nestled among natural caves and underground cavities. Grottaglie
Churches and cryptsGreek Orthodox Church of San NicolaA landmark for the Greek Orthodox faithful in southern Italy, the church in
Brindisi is a 20th-century example of neo-Gothic architecture. Brindisi
Churches and cryptsChiesa Madonna del Carmine ed Ex Convento degli AgostinianiConvent and church provide the backdrop for the Taranta Night concert and
soar just outside the historic center. Melpignano
Churches and cryptsChiesa Madonna delle GrazieImportant 17th-century church in a sober Lecce Baroque style. Maglie
Churches and cryptsChiesa MadreIn the heart of the historic center, the Mother Church of Grottaglie is a
refined art gallery of sacred art, announced by its splendid majolica dome. Grottaglie
Churches and cryptsChiesa madre del Santissimo RosarioIn the heart of Francavilla Fontana, the splendid 18th-century Mother
Church can boast the highest dome in Salento. Francavilla Fontana
Churches and cryptsChiesa Madre di San Nicola di PàtaraIn the precious casket of art, the neoclassical façade conceals a Madonna
del Cardellino, a splendid example of Apulian Renaissance sculpture. Cisternino
Churches and cryptsChiesa madre di San Nicola MagnoThe church stands on the remains of an ancient temple dedicated to the god
Janus and preserves one of the oldest and most valuable organs in Puglia. Salve
Churches and cryptsChiesa madre di Santa DomenicaScorrano is the town of illuminations, and for the patron saint, Santa
Domenica, it lights up with thousands of lights in a grand celebration that
has its centerpiece in the Baroque Mother Church. Scorrano
Churches and cryptsChiesa Madre Santa Maria della VittoriaThe Mother Church of San Vito dei Normanni boasts an extraordinary barrel
vault ceiling, one of the widest among religious buildings in Italy. San Vito dei Normanni
Churches and cryptsChiesa Madre Santissima Natività di Maria VergineMother Church of Maruggio built between the second half of the 15th century
and the early 16th century and dedicated to the Nativity of the Virgin
Mary. Maruggio
Churches and cryptsChiesa Maria SS. AssuntaThe 16th-century church of Santa Maria Assunta in Melendugno holds
treasures of art and architecture. Melendugno
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