Alessano, a municipality located in the province of Lecce, in the heart of Salento, is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. The Mother Church of Alessano is one of the main testimonies of this religious and artistic heritage. […]
The crypt of Lecce Cathedral is one of the city’s historic attractions. The Cathedral of Lecce, dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta, is a majestic cathedral located in the heart of the historic center of Lecce, a city famous for its […]
Ruffano’s Christmas decorations transform this picturesque town in Salento into an enchanting fairy-tale setting during the holiday season. The cobbled streets and ancient squares are dressed in sparkling lights, transmitting a magical atmosphere that envelops the entire community in a […]
The Living Nativity of Specchia is a unique and engaging experience that takes visitors back in time, immersing them in the magical and evocative atmosphere of the Nativity. This picturesque village in Salento, already an architectural jewel in itself, comes […]
Why stay in Alessano out of season? Alessano, a hidden jewel in the heart of Salento, reveals itself as an ideal destination for tourists who wish to live an authentic experience, especially out of season. This quiet village, with its […]
The silence and stillness in which Corte Manfredi is immersed make it a perfect place to regenerate body, mind and spirit and to carve out moments of relaxation during your stay. At the courtyard and our terraces, guests can benefit […]
Lecce stone Lecce stone is the typical material used in many Salento buildings as it is softer and easier to work with than the classic hard rock stone found in nature. The main peculiarity of this stone is that it […]
Barrel vault Before describing the barrel vault, let’s talk about the Lecce stone. It is a solid and long-lasting stone, a material that was well suited to the construction techniques for creating ceilings with the vault technique. In the distant […]
The most welcoming container – The capasone The capasone is the ceramic container par excellence and, without a shadow of a doubt, the most famous. The capasone is a “passage” container between the cellar barrel and the canteen jug. It […]
Vummile – The guardian of water The vummile (also called mummolo or ‘mmbili) is a terracotta container intended for storing water. Usually with two vertical handles, an elongated neck and a narrow mouth closed by a cap.Thanks to the very […]
