Duomo square (Lecce)

Italy / Apulien / Lecce

The Duomo (cathedral) is also one of the most significant in Italy. It was originally built in 1144, and rebuilt in 1230. It was totally restored in the years 1659-70 by Giuseppe Zimbalo, who also built the 70 m-high bell tower. The latter has five floors and an octagonal loggia.
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Coordinates:   40°21'6"N   18°10'8"E

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  • foto duomo: http://www.flickr.com/photos/34949260@N03/3300572331/
  • foto campanile: http://www.flickr.com/photos/34949260@N03/3300572331/
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