Gate of Saint Blaise

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Gate of Saint Blaise is one of the three entrance gates to the old town of Lecce, located in the southern part of the city walls. It was built in 1773 and is dedicated to St. Biagio (Blaise), a bishop from Lecce who was martyred in Armenia. His figure was placed on the top of the neoclassical gate above the columns and tympanum.

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Address
Piazza d'Italia 8, Lecce, Italy

Established
1773

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