Lecce: the Carlo V Castle
The Venue hosting the conference is the Castello Carlo V, the Castle of Lecce, a fortress built in the Italian style at the behest of Emperor Charles V. The medieval castle's original structures were incorporated into the walls and ramparts that define its current appearance. The redesign was carried out, between 1537 and 1550, by the military architect Gian Giacomo dell'Acaya.
More about Lecce
“If Puglia were a movie, Lecce would be cast in the starring role”
Lonely Planet guide
Lecce is located in the middle of the southern end of Apulia region, in the “heel” of the Italian boot. Its province extends over the Salentinian peninsula, bordered by more than 200 km of coastline, with alternating beaches and cliffs. Lecce, with its about 95000 inhabitants, has an historical centre of considerable interest, coming back to the 17th century, representing a triumph of the unique Baroque style (Barocco Leccese).
Restaurants:
In the city centre, there are plenty of bars and restaurants to choose from. Light lunches cost between 15 and 25 euros, while full dinners cost between 30 and 80 euros.
Lecce highlights
Historical centre
Piazza Duomo e Seminario, Basilica di Santa Croce, Anfiteatro romano, teatro romano, Castello di Carlo V
Museums
Sigismondo Castromediano, MUST, Museo della cartapesta, Museo Ebraico, Museo Ferroviario.
Culinary experience
Pasticciotto e caffè leccese, rustico, orecchiette cu le rape, sagne 'ncannulate, turcineddhri, purpu alla pignata, parmigiana di melanzane, ciceri e tria.
Surroundings
Cerrate, Galatina, Nardò, Otranto.
Beaches and natural beauties
Gallipoli, Porto Cesareo, Porto Selvaggio, Torre dell’orso, Sant’Andrea, Otranto, Santa Cesarea, Porto Badisco, Santa Maria di Leuca.
