Gate of Saint Blaise

Lecce, Italy

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.

Castles and fortifications in Italy

Address

Piazza d'Italia 8, Lecce, Italy

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Details

Founded: 1773
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Glen Browning (9 months ago)
Must see Old Town. Tours available. Many street peddlers.

bianca gainus (11 months ago)
a magnific gate into the ,leccendary, Lecce. understated but better without the river of tourists

Alessandro Bruno (12 months ago)
Lecce is a terrific spot, classy old town, terrific restaurants with amazing food and unique photo spots

Θοδωρής Γκ (13 months ago)
Nice gate to the historic center

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