Assisi​

One of the principal sights in Assisi is the magnificent Basilica of Saint Francis.

​The 13th century church is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as is the town itself. Every inch of the Gothic-style interior is decorated with beautiful frescoes painted by such luminaries as Giotto, Cimabue, and Pietro Lorenzetti to name a few, creating an awe-inspiring effect as you enter inside. 
The birthplace of Saint Francis, Assisi is one of the world's most revered religious sites with thousands of pilgrims arriving each day.
​Category: Hill Towns of Umbria

Administrative area: Perugia Province

Population: 28,314

Elevation: 424 metres

​Close by: Santa Maria degli Angeli, Spello, Perugia, Bettona

Recommended accommodation: Hotel Il Palazzo
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