Colonna di Sant'Oronzo

Colonna di Sant'Oronzo

This Roman style column dedicated to the patron saint of the town dominates the plaza which bears his name. It is usually topped with a statue, but it was removed for renovation. Bishop Oronzo is r...

Lecce landmark

This Column dominating the main square of Lecce has an interesting history and used to be topped by a large statue of Saint Oronzo patron of the town. It is made up of fragments of an old and larger a...

FREE! Must to go in Lecce! City center look up

Right in the center of the city, you may have to look up. Find information at the visitor center. Great and preserved monument.

Beautiful, even without the saint

I couldn’t understand why this column was dedicated to the city’s saint, until I read the statue used to be on top. I couldn’t find information about where it is or when will it be put back. Anyway,...

A saint's column overlooking a sqare

The column bears the statue of the saint St. Oronzo. It is said to have been very important to the town of Brindisi as well and has even caused disputes between the two towns. A nice monument located ...