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Culture of Assisi. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

The most important and famous historical symbol of Assisi is the Basilica di San Francesco d'Assisi. Its construction started in the first half of the 13th century and was completed in 1253. The shrine contains the tomb of the patron saint and his closest companions. Therefore, thousands of pilgrims from all over the world visit this sacred place every year. The medieval church is of great architectural value and is also famous for its rich decoration. You will have a unique chance to contemplate the beautiful frescoes by Giotto, which have been preserved in their original form. Each of the 28 frescoes depicts scenes from the life of St. Francis. The basilica stands on the top of a hill, offering a gorgeous view of the city.
Guide to Assisi sightseeing - things to see and to visit
The picturesque province of Perugia invites guests of Italy to visit the charming town of Assisi. This town is the birthplace of Saint Francis and one of his first followers, Saint Clare. To … Open
Just out of the city, you'll find the ancient monastery Eremo Delle Carceri, which is also available for tours now. This is a cave monastery, and many of its cells were built in natural grottoes. Some of them have even preserved stone beds, on which monks slept hundreds of years ago. A beautiful oak forest has surrounded the monastery for years. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the most hidden corners of the old monastery. Another interesting feature of it is the old bronze statues depicting St. Francis and the monks.
Another important religious site for Assisi is the Cathedral of San Rufino. The very first church was built in its place in the 5th century. Today, guests of the city can see the cathedral that was built in the 13th century. It is a striking architectural monument in the Romanesque style. Although the cathedral has undergone multiple reconstructions and renovations throughout its existence, it has still managed to retain almost all of its original features. Of special interest is the beautiful design of the facade, on which you can see the figures of lions, griffins, and other mythical creatures carved from stone. Part of the cathedral is currently occupied by an interesting museum whose visitors can see interesting historical and religious artifacts. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Your active city break in Assisi. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
Besides ancient churches, castles, and other medieval sights, Assisi is famous for its picturesque parks and gardens. In the vicinity of the city, you can go explore nature reserves and … Open
Not far from the city center is San Damiano Monastery, which is now considered a historical site of world importance. This monastery was founded by St. Francis. It was decided to build it on the site of an old dilapidated church. The patron saint personally took part in the construction work and rebuilt the small church on his own. The church features a very beautiful antique design and is still available for visiting. Frescoes painted at the beginning of the 16th century are considered one of the main values of the monastery.
A striking Baroque monument is Chiesa Nuova, a church built in the 17th century. It was built on the site of St. Francis's parental house. Many elements of the historical building served as the basis for the church. Among them are some old rooms and doors. During a tour of the church, you will learn a lot of interesting facts from the life of the saint. Besides, the church features a chic artistic decoration. It has managed to preserve frescoes depicting scenes of the persecution of the first Christians.
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Look for the most interesting shops and malls at the foot of Assisi hill, at the top of which there is the ancient Basilica of St. Francis. The old shrine is surrounded by a park where you … Open
If you like walking around historical sites, be sure to explore the old castle Rocca Maggiore located in the city. The very first fortress was built in its place about a thousand years ago, and in the 14th century, it was decided to completely rebuild and strengthen the castle. An old tower that was once used as a guard post has been preserved in the fortress. Today, everyone has a chance to climb up to its upper level and enjoy the panorama of the city. The castle also has a system of underground passages, a walk along which is a must-have part of the tour. Moreover, there is an interesting museum operating within the castle walls. Among its exhibits are ancient clothing and weapons, as well as works of art.
A unique historical and cultural center is the underground Roman Forum and Archaeological Museum. The entrance to the archaeological site is located on the territory of one of the ancient churches. Here you can see an ancient Roman street. The museum based here presents very interesting ancient artifacts. Here, researchers have discovered the ruins of ancient temples. You will also have the opportunity to see ancient tombs and Roman capitals. There is still ongoing research in the territory of the historical complex, so its collection is constantly replenished with new sculptures and other valuable finds. This unusual archaeological museum is visited not only by curious tourists but also by researchers from all over the world.
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♥   Palace 'Palazzo Ducale' Urbino, 72.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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♥   Art museum 'Galleria Nazionale dell Umbria' Perugia, 19.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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Cathedrals and basilicas near Assisi
♥   Chiesa Santa Maria Maggiore, Assisi, 0.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Santuario di San Damiano, Assisi, 1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilica Papale di San Francesco d’Assisi, Assisi, 1.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Eremo delle Carceri, Assisi, 2.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Santuario di Santa Maria di Rivotorto, Rivotorto, 2.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilica Papale di Santa Maria degli Angeli in Porziuncola, Santa Maria degli Angeli, 3.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Collegiata di S. Maria Maggiore sul Gargano, Spello, 9.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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Excursions over cultural sights of neighbours of Assisi

Perugia
The grand fountain is the main decoration of the central square of the city. Its opening was held in 1278. The opening of the fountain is associated to a significant event in the history of the city being the completion of building of a new water system. The fountain is decorated with a unique statuary group and by the side of the majestic landmark tourists will find pools of ... Open »
Marche Region
Definitely visit Ascoli Piceno city, if you don’t want to miss a chance to visit the place, which existed before Rome was built. The locals are very proud of that fact. Besides the walks in the old city center and visits to the many local museums, you should take a look at Piazza del Popolo and Piazza Arringo. Those squares are very beautiful and show the spirit of ancient ... Open »
Montepulciano
The St. Mary's Cathedral of the Assumption Duomo is located exactly here. It is one of the most prominent architectural monuments of the 16th century. The cathedral stores a rich collection of pictures, so admirers of paintings will certainly appreciate its interior finishing. Fascinating Palazzo Kontuchchi is located not so far from Duomo. It is a unique architectural ... Open »
Arezzo
In order to see all landmarks of Arezzo, tourists will need more than one day full of excursions. Start your observation of the city from the Basilica of St. Francesco. The beautiful Franciscan church was constructed yet at the end of the 13th century. Some adjacent buildings appeared later, in 14th – 16th centuries. Even nowadays, visitors of the church can see beautifully ... Open »
Ascoli Piceno
It is surprising to see so many attractions in such a small town. One day is not enough to see all landmarks of Ascoli Piceno. Moreover, the town’s vicinity is also rich in interesting historic sights. The central square of Ascoli Piceno – Piazza del Popolo – is recognized as one of the most beautiful in Italy. An ensemble of gorgeous old buildings surrounds it. Many of ... Open »
Ancona
Beautiful Ancona never ceases to amaze visitors with the variety of its landmarks. Despite the fact that the majority of historic landmarks were destroyed during the latest earthquake, there are still many interesting excursion objects in the city. Guasco Hill is the location of an important religious landmark - Duomo di San Ciriaco. The magnificent cathedral is surrounded by ... Open »
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