The Duomo of Lecce is located in the homonymous town square. Dedicated to Maria SS Assunta, the cathedral was built in 1144, modified in 1230 and then completely rebuilt in 1659 at the behest of Bishop Pappacoda. There are two entrances: the main one on the left side and a secondary one facing the square. The main entrance, with the statue of Sant’Oronzo flanked by the statues of San Giusto and San Fortunato, is one of Lecce’s Baroque masterpieces.
Inside, the Duomo presents a Latin cross with three naves and a central wooden ceiling. There are several valuable paintings inside as well as twelve altars. The most beautiful altar can be found at the end of the apse: it is the high altar dedicated to Maria Assunta, created by Neapolitan marble workers of the time.
Also worth visiting is the inner courtyard, where there is the Pozzo del Cino: supported by four circular steps, the well features a statue of a female figure under an archway supported by putti.