A house of prayer for some, Abbey of Santa Maria Cerrate is worth a visit, regardless of your spiritual beliefs. Find out if this holy sanctuary is open to visitors for the perfect pause from your hectic sightseeing itinerary.

This house of prayer is often on the itineraries of visitors to Lecce. But Abbey of Santa Maria Cerrate isn't the only drawcard here. Torre Chianca Beach, Chianca Tower, and Statua di Manuela Arcuri are some other worthwhile sights nearby.

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Private cooking class at a local's home in Lecce

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Private cooking class at a local's home in Lecce

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Lecce to Cesine Protected Natural Reserve Full-Day Bike Tour

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