Galatina

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Church Saints Peter and Paul - Galatina in Salento- Italy
Church Saints Peter and Paul - Galatina in Salento- Italy
The church of St. Peter and Paul is the mother church of Galatina. It overlooks St. Peter's Square in the Old Town, where once stood the Porta Maggiore, the mother church of Saints Peter and Paul is presented with a striking façade, a sign of the Baroque style, which characterizes much of the private and religious buildings of the city. The present church is the result of a reconstruction took place between the thirties and forties of the seventeenth century, at the behest of the Universitas who gave the church a prominent role compared to the other churches in the city. The earthquake of 1743 caused serious damage and, in the second half of the century, interrupted with several reconstructions. It stands on the site of a previous religious edifice. We know for sure that in 1355 you put hand to the refurbishment of an existing chapel in which it was celebrated in the rite greek. The greek remained the official language in the rites of the church until the mid-sixteenth century. The city was, in fact, considered Greek (oppidum graecorum).

Where to stay in Galatina

The church of St. Peter and Paul is the mother church of Galatina. It overlooks St. Peter's Square in the Old Town, where once stood the Porta Maggiore, the mother church of Saints Peter and Paul is presented with a striking façade, a sign of the Baroque style, which characterizes much of the private and religious buildings of the city. The present church is the result of a reconstruction took place between the thirties and forties of the seventeenth century, at the behest of the Universitas who gave the church a prominent role compared to the other churches in the city. The earthquake of 1743 caused serious damage and, in the second half of the century, interrupted with several reconstructions. It stands on the site of a previous religious edifice. We know for sure that in 1355 you put hand to the refurbishment of an existing chapel in which it was celebrated in the rite greek. The greek remained the official language in the rites of the church until the mid-sixteenth century. The city was, in fact, considered Greek

Galatina Historic Centre

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Galatina Historic Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria or Tarantismo Museum.

Galatina Historic Centre
Castello Castriota Scanderbeg Suites De Charme

Castello Castriota Scanderbeg Suites De Charme

Piazza Alighieri Galatina LE
The price is P4,224 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
P4,224
P4,646 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Galatina. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Lampada senza Luce and Tarantismo Museum ...
9/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
A great stay. Lovely hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Castello Castriota Scanderbeg Suites De Charme
Pollicastro Boutique Hotel

Pollicastro Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Via dei Perroni, 14 Lecce LE
The price is P9,123 per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
P9,123
P10,311 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
Beautiful location, historical building with amazing internal design and atmosphere. Top clean. Warm welcoming staff.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Pollicastro Boutique Hotel
Mercure Hotel President Lecce

Mercure Hotel President Lecce

4 out of 5
Via Antonio Salandra, 6 Lecce LE
The price is P5,569 per night from Jan 21 to Jan 22
P5,569
P6,126 total
Jan 21 - Jan 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Chinese Missionary Museum ...
7.8/10 Good! (319 reviews)
The staff: efficient professional caring resourceful friendly supportive Great breakfast Great location Awesome rooms quiet

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025

Mercure Hotel President Lecce
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Dimore di Lecce

Dimore di Lecce

Corte Sant Irene, 6 Lecce LE
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Chruch of Sant'Anna and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
It’s a really nice apartment in a historic building in the old Lecce. The location is very safe and convenient to explore the old town. There is also a street parking within 5 min walk, which was very helpful. Desideria is wonderful and very easy to communicate with. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

Dimore di Lecce
Family Village T2 Pool And Sea

Family Village T2 Pool And Sea

Otranto LE
Stay at this apartment in Otranto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Frassanito and Spiaggia di San Giorgio are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
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Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Family Village T2 Pool And Sea
Villa Neviera - Wine Resort and Spa

Villa Neviera - Wine Resort and Spa

Via Campi San Donaci BR
Book a stay at this spa villa in San Donaci. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Masseria Li Veli Winery and Cantine Due ...
Villa Neviera - Wine Resort and Spa
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