Pooja Hegde's "Map To La Dolce Vita" Led Us To The Hidden Gem That Is Lecce In Italy

Pooja Hegde has recently been enjoying her vacation while exploring the lanes of Lecce in Italy. If you're wondering why the actress chose this off-beat travel destination instead of the usual haunts, it could be because she is wanderlust-seeker at heart. The actress shared a carousel post on her Instagram handle that had a bunch of pictures showing her enjoy life, the Italian way while on holiday. Pooja aptly, captioned the post, "A map to la dolce vita..." along with a bright sun emoji symbolic of the sunny days she is spending in Lecce, which is in the South of Italy.

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Following Pooja Hedge's trail, here are five highlights of Lecce in the southern Apulia region of Italy which make it a must-visit destination if you're planning your next holiday here.

1. Lecce is a picturesque and quaint town known for its stunning baroque architecture, rich and vibrant history as well as culture. So much so, that it is referred to as the "Florence of the South".

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2. In the central part of Lecce, Piazza del Duomo and the Cattedrale di Lecce have a double facade and bell tower which are very pretty sights to see.

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3. The Basilica di Santa Croce in Lecce features intricately carved sculptural work and a rose window that should be on your must-see list.

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4. In the nearby area is the Sant'Oronzo Column which is a Roman era column with a bronze statue of the city's patron saint as well as the sunken Roman amphitheatre.

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5. Just like Pooja Hegde on the go in Lecce, one can also have a sinful plate of spaghetti with fresh seafood, or a scoop of fruit gelato to refresh the taste buds and much more.