Church of Saint Irene Reviews: Insider Insights and Visitor Experiences
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Baroque façade, Somber Interior
The baroque façade is undergoing a restoration, but some elements are visible. Inside, there are three striking altars dedicated to the Saint Oronzo, the Saint Irene, and one altar dedicated to the...
Saint Irene was the former patron saint of Lecce, but this church is not as obvious to spot as some in the city. An attractive facade leads in to an equally attractive interior, still highly decorated...
The saint was a courageous lady who was martyred for her faith. The church has many detailed and beautiful carvings and sculptures n frescoes. I particularly loved the singing on the right with many f...
After the visual overkill of the inside of the duomo, the inside of st. Irene is far more subdued and relaxing. There is still swathes of baroque plasterwork, but it is more uniformly pale and in a ve...
Baroque façade, Somber Interior
The baroque façade is undergoing a restoration, but some elements are visible. Inside, there are three striking altars dedicated to the Saint Oronzo, the Saint Irene, and one altar dedicated to the...
very emotional
A very special church housing many religious items of special meaning. HINT: try to be there for 12:00 bells - unforgettable.
An interesting church
Saint Irene was the former patron saint of Lecce, but this church is not as obvious to spot as some in the city. An attractive facade leads in to an equally attractive interior, still highly decorated...
Interesting and detailed
The saint was a courageous lady who was martyred for her faith. The church has many detailed and beautiful carvings and sculptures n frescoes. I particularly loved the singing on the right with many f...
A very different church compared with many
After the visual overkill of the inside of the duomo, the inside of st. Irene is far more subdued and relaxing. There is still swathes of baroque plasterwork, but it is more uniformly pale and in a ve...