Population: 5105 inhabitants
In total area: 24 kmXNUMX
Density: 206 inhabitants/kmXNUMX
Accessibility : The municipality of Specchia is approximately 51 km from Lecce , the capital of Salento, and can be reached from the Strada Statale 16 state road and the SS 275.
Address of the municipality of Specchia, Lecce: St. John Bosco Street
Tel .: 0833 - 539391
Specchia is a beautiful town, located at the foot of the Serra Magnone , one of the highest points in the province of Lecce in southern Puglia.
The town originated around 1000 and was soon strengthened with walls and defensive towers.
Until 1463 it was part of the Principality of Taranto, then it had feudal lords among others, the Artus, the Della Ratta, the del Balzo, the Protonobilissimo and lastly the Belmonte.
Specchia is a town that boasts ancient roots, monuments and landscapes among the most beautiful in Salento and for several years has been included among the Most Beautiful Historic Villages in Italy.
The history, art, culture and traditions of this small town in Salento have made it an ideal destination for both summer and winter tourism.
Those choosing Specchia for a holiday can stay in the town's various B&Bs and in villas with swimming pools in the hinterland.
Source: www.comune.specchia.lecce.it