Maglie
13,300 residents · 63,600 within 5 km · 84 m above sea level
What Maglie is actually like
Maglie, located in the heart of Puglia's Salento region, is a charming town known for its Baroque architecture and vibrant cultural scene. With a population of around 14,000, it features a picturesque historic center that includes the elegant Palazzo Capece and the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta. Expats will appreciate the local craftsmanship, particularly the famous merletto lacework. The town hosts various cultural festivals that celebrate its rich heritage, adding to the lively atmosphere found in its cafes and boutiques. Although Maglie offers proximity to stunning attractions like the beaches of Salento and the historic cities of Otranto and Lecce, it presents challenges such as limited public transport options and healthcare that, while good, may not be comprehensive. The local expat community enjoys affordable living costs and a decent quality of life, but might find the available recreational activities somewhat lacking in diversity.
How Maglie is built
Post-war expanded comune
Building age, condition and occupancy from the ISTAT census (2011), by census section. Occupancy is shown as one honest split — the 2011 census does not reliably separate holiday homes from vacant ones.
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