Lecce, Puglia, Italy

#mediterraneanvibes Nicknamed the “Florence of the South,” Lecce is a treasure trove of Baroque architecture, southern Italian warmth, and artisan charm. Its golden sandstone churches, especially the Basilica di Santa Croce, glow under the Mediterranean sun. Locals gather in lively piazzas, and craftsmen carve traditional papier-mâché in tucked-away workshops. Close to both the Ionian and Adriatic coasts, Lecce blends art, sea, and sunshine into a perfect #mediterraneanvibes escape.