Castrignano de' Greci is a town and comune in the province of Lecce, Apulia, Italy. It is located in the Salento peninsula, about 20 kilometers from the city of Lecce. The town has a population of about 4,000 people and is known for its Greek heritage. The town was founded in the 11th century by Greek refugees fleeing from the Byzantine Empire. The town's name comes from the Greek word "kastron", meaning "castle", and the Latin word "greci", meaning "Greeks". The town's history is closely tied to the Greek Orthodox Church, and the town's main church, the Church of San Nicola, is a Greek Orthodox church. The town's heritage is also reflected in its language, which is a dialect of Greek. The town's weather is typically Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
Geographic Data for Castrignano de’ Greci, Apulia, Italy
| Latitude | 40° 10.405' |
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| Longitude | 18° 17.786' |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |