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Lecce is a town in Puglia in southern Italy, located in the center of Salento (the peninsula which forms the heel of the boot). With a rich artistic heritage well preserved, it is considered one of the capitals of baroque architecture, made possible thanks to the malleability of the local limestone, with a baroque style that belongs to it. You can visit the Basilica of the Holy Cross, the Duomo Square, the Palace of the Seminary, the Roman Amphitheater, the Tower of the Park, the Napoli Gate, the University of Salento and other places of interest.

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Take a walk both day and night, you will understand why the city is very often called the Florence of the South. It is also a great pleasure to be amongst its inhabitants by feeling that you are part of an open-air museum. If you are traveling around the area or staying more than one day in town, buy the Lecce City Card which will allow you access to several museums and have discounts on tourist services including shops, restaurants and bars. It is valid for 3 days in Lecce, Otranto and Gallipoli. If you like to make tastings, ask about it, because there is the possibility of visiting wineries and producers in the region. You could try various products such as pecorino cheese, tarelli (small pretzels), olives and of course wine. If you are interested in cooking, Lecce also offers cooking classes ranging from half a day to several days depending on your needs.

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Francavilla in Sinni or Francavilla sul Sinni is an Italian commune in the province of Potenza, Basilicata. It is at 421 m, in the southern part of the province. The area, enclosed between the rivers Sinni and Frida alternates mountainous areas (Caramola), and areas of hills and mountains, forests of beech, oak and fir trees. We also find three small lakes: Lake Viceconte, Fish Lake and Lake Erba. In the region Piano Lacco there are remnants of fortified structures that possibly date back to the Middle Ages. On the hill of Mount Catarozzo are the remains of the medieval Rubbio Castel. Nearby are the possible destinations for excursions and walks: the Rifugio Acquafredda, the source Catusa, the field of House of Count, scenic spots of Pietra Sasso from Palladoro and heights of Mount Catarozzolo and Timpa Altosana. Part of the land is included in the Pollino National Park. To see: the Sanctuary of the Madonna of Pompei (XIX), the Certosa of Saint Nicolas, dedicated to the saint of Bari, the chapels of St. Anthony, St. Joseph and the Assumption, and the parish church of San Felice and San Polycarp, dedicated to the patron saints of the country, among others. The main Francavilla in Sinni soccer team is the Football Club Francavilla. We also find the stadium Nunzio Fittipaldi, for soccer and also for other activities.

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If you like traditional festivals of the country, visit Francavilla on December, 8th, where it is celebrated the wine festival, called Madonna di Pertusavutte, during which you bleed the barrels and you taste the new wine.
Gonfalone Square offers panoramic views of the Sinni River valley. A nice place to enjoy and take pictures.

Antonio Grimaldi’s photos

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Braies Lake is a small alpine lake in the northeast of Italy at the foot of the Croda del Becco, at 1.495 meters. It is in Val Braies in the province of Bolzano, in the natural park Fanes-Sennes-Braies. The lake is surrounded by an exceptional natural environment with the natural setting of the Dolomites that make it a very visited place in the summer. Due to its small size, it is possible to go around within an hour of walking through a nice easy trail. On the way you will find a charming little church. There is also a beautiful inn by the lake.

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You can swim in the lake if you like but the water is very cold.

You can also rent boats to sail on the lake.

If you love hiking, there are others little wilder trails that you could use.

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