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

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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
Nohasi Palace

Nohasi Palace

5 out of 5
Via Castello 19 Galatina LE
Stay at this luxury hotel in Galatina. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria and Tarantismo ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Un hôtel qui vous marquera pour toujours !
Impressionné par le service et le personnel très attentionné de cet excellent hôtel. Gerardo, de la réception, m'attendait avec ma chemise lavée et repassée à minuit, debout à l'entrée de l'hôtel !!!!! Wow !!!!! Le jardin, le restaurant, la terrasse, la piscine (avec plusieurs jacuzzis) sont tellement ...

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Nohasi Palace
8Piuhotel

8Piuhotel

4 out of 5
Viale Del Risorgimento 3 Lecce LE
The price is €127 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
€127
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Chiesa ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (764 reviews)
I loved my stay at this hotel

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

8Piuhotel
Pollicastro Boutique Hotel

Pollicastro Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Via dei Perroni, 14 Lecce LE
The price is €174 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
€174
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (139 reviews)
The whole experience was top notch. Friendly, helpful staff, comfortable room, delicious breakfast, and location was perfect for getting around the city.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Pollicastro Boutique Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Dimore di Lecce

Dimore di Lecce

Corte Sant Irene, 6 Lecce LE
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Chruch of Sant'Anna and Museo ...
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 30 Oct 2025

Dimore di Lecce
Directly on the beach. 6 beds in villa with private access to the sea

Directly on the beach. 6 beds in villa with private access to the sea

Scala di Furno Puglia
Stay at this beach apartment in Porto Cesareo. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Scala di Furno Beach and Torre Chianca ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Well located property, so close to the lovely sandy beach. Clean and comfortable. Host Fabrizio was really helpful.

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Directly on the beach. 6 beds in villa with private access to the sea
Oasi Salento Residence Hotel

Oasi Salento Residence Hotel

3 out of 5
Via Léucade, 2 Melendugno LE
Stay at this family-friendly residence in Melendugno. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a free beach shuttle. Popular attractions Giardini del Sole ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (42 reviews)
Friendly and welcoming staff, beautiful pool, spacious rooms. Quiet and convenient location, near beaches.

Reviewed on 29 May 2023

Oasi Salento Residence Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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A beautiful old town. We went for the festival La Notte della Taranta - an amazing spectacle!

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