Puglia is the perfect destination for holidaymakers looking to explore a less touristy part of Italy, with beautiful coastal ...

“But we’d been blessed with a ‘poor’ material that allowed us to create marvels: Lecce stone.” The former Hospital of the Holy Spirit is made out of Lecce stone. Photograph by Francesco ...

One stunning area in Italy is often overlooked in favour of the Amalfi Coast, but travellers are truly missing out.

two figures outside a private mansion were carved centuries ago from “Lecce stone,” a unique limestone found in the area. (Photo by Norma Meyer) The next morning, we rode a train to ...

This elegant city dazzles with its ornate architecture, crafted from the local, honey-hued Lecce stone. Prepare to be astonished by the intricate facades of its many churches and palaces.

With plenty of sunshine, beautiful beaches and a slow-paced lifestyle, it’s little wonder that Southern Italy is such a sought-after vacation destination, with most visitors looking back ...