Florence attracts more than four million tourists. Based on the number of inhabitants, the city is therefore one of the most ...

The Puglian city of Lecce is dubbed the 'Florence of the south' thanks to its magnificent architecture, stunning churches and beautiful bell towers. Dominic Midgley paid a visit and was impressed.

Our favorite Lecce church was San Matteo. Built in 1667, it is pure Leccese. It has two columns on the facade, one of which is decorated, though only partially.

Thanks to dozens of mostly Baroque churches packing its maze of narrow streets, Lecce — the “Florence of the South” — dazzles with elaborately carved facades and interiors that erupt ...

Lecce, Italy, is much more than the "Florence of the South." It's a southern, Baroque city with a unique Adriatic culture and flavor.

Jennifer Allford uncovers the region of Italy where Italians like to vacation, known as the Florence of the South, where baroque churches charm and beaches are plentiful.

LECCE, Italy (Reuters Life!) - Tucked away in the heel of the Italian "boot," the town hosting the Group of Eight's finance ministers this weekend has a lot to offer its visitors. Famous for its ...