A journey through spirituality and art, following in the footsteps of Saint Francis and Saint Clare.
Tag: Assisi
The Eremo delle Carceri in Assisi
For Francis and his companions, it was a place of retreat, surrounded by nature, where they could devote themselves to meditation. Over time, the Hermitage of the Carceri has
The Basilica di Santa Chiara in Assisi
The second large Franciscan basilica in Assisi houses the remains of Saint Clare and the Crucifix of San Damiano, the same one that spoke to Saint Francis. From the square in
Piazza del Comune in Assisi
The hub of the ancient, medieval and modern city, Piazza del Comune brings together buildings and monuments from different eras that coexist in perfect harmony. Here, life flows
The Cattedrale di San Rufino in Assisi
Located in the highest part of the city, the Cathedral, dedicated to Bishop Rufino, is one of the most harmonious and evocative Romanesque churches in Umbria.
The Rocca of Assisi
The Rocca Maggiore and Rocca Minore dominate the skyline of Assisi, ancient medieval bastions that once guarded the city and are now fascinating monuments.
The Basilica di San Francesco in Assisi
The complex of the Basilica of St. Francis is the spiritual heart of Assisi and stands out as one of the most extraordinary historical and artistic complexes in the world, a
San Damiano: the Home of Saint Clare
A small church with its convent forms an essential nucleus in the earthly story of Francis and Clare. It was in San Damiano that the Poverello began his journey of conversion and
The Porziuncola and Santa Maria degli Angeli in Assisi
The birthplace of Franciscanism and the setting for the conclusion of the earthly life of the Saint of Assisi, the Porziuncola and the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli combine