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Basilica Santa Maria De Finibus Terrae, Santa Maria di Leuca

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Basilica Santa Maria De Finibus Terrae, Santa Maria di Leuca

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The basilica sanctuary of Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae is a minor basilica and shrine in Castrignano del Capo, located in the hamlet of Santa Maria di Leuca: it is so named because it is located at the southeastern tip of the Italian peninsula.

Coordinates: 39°47'48"N, 18°22'8"E
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Basilica Santa Maria De Finibus Terrae – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ciolo, Capo Santa Maria di Leuca Lighthouse, Faro di Capo Santa Maria di Leuca, Salve.

  • ciolo gagliano del capo3.1 miN
    Canyon

    Ciolo, Gagliano del Capo

    78 min walk • Ciolo is a narrow coastal inlet and a site of historical and environmental interest, which is located in Apulia, Italy. The location is also known as a geological site and for the presence of numerous sea caves, the largest one being the Grotta del Ciolo.

  • capo santa maria di leuca lighthouse~270 ftS
    Lighthouse

    Capo Santa Maria di Leuca Lighthouse, Santa Maria di Leuca

    2 min walk • Santa Maria di Leuca lighthouse is an active light located at the extremity of Santa Maria di Leuca nearby the same name Sanctuary.

  • faro di capo santa maria di leuca~290 ftSW
    Lighthouse

    Faro di Capo Santa Maria di Leuca, Santa Maria di Leuca

    2 min walk • Santa Maria di Leuca, often spelled simply Leuca, is a frazione of the comune of Castrignano del Capo, in the Salento peninsula, southern Italy. A part of the town once belonged to the comune of Gagliano del Capo.

  • salve6.7 miNW
    Village

    Salve

    171 min walk • In addition to its natural beauty, Salve is steeped in history and culture. Visitors can explore the town's historic center, where narrow cobblestone streets are lined with traditional whitewashed houses and quaint cafes.

  • cento pietre patu3.3 miNW
    Ruins, Museum

    Cento Pietre, Patù

    85 min walk • Centopietre is an ancient funerary monument of national interest located in the town of Patù in the province of Lecce.

  • torre dellomomorto santa maria di leuca1 miW
    Observation decks and towers, Historical place, Tower

    Torre dell'Omomorto, Santa Maria di Leuca

    25 min walk • Torre dell'Omomorto is a watchtower on the Salento coast near Santa Maria di Leuca.

  • morciano di leuca4.7 miNW
    Town

    Morciano di Leuca

    120 min walk • One of the town's most notable landmarks is the Church of San Nicola, a stunning example of Baroque architecture that dates back to the 18th century. Visitors can admire the intricate details of the church's facade and explore its ornately decorated interior, which...

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Which popular attractions are close to Basilica Santa Maria De Finibus Terrae?

Nearby attractions include Capo Santa Maria di Leuca Lighthouse, Santa Maria di Leuca (2 min walk), Faro di Capo Santa Maria di Leuca, Santa Maria di Leuca (2 min walk).

Where to next? Visit apulia Apulia region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Italy.

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