Basilica  of  Saint  Francis  of  Assisi​

The Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi was consecrated in 1253 and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. One of Italy's most important pilgrimage sites, every year it brings hordes of tourists to the otherwise sleepy hill town of Assisi in Umbria. 

​Built with elements of both Romanesque and Italian Gothic architectural styles, it's famous for its incredible interior frescoes. 
Category: Basilicas of Italy

Town: Assisi

Region: ​Umbria

Regional district: Perugia Province

Consecrated: 1253

Architectural style: Romanesque, Italian Gothic
​Close by: Santa Maria degli Angeli, Spello, Perugia, Bettona
Recommended accommodation: Hotel Il Palazzo
UNESCO World Heritage Site

Assisi, the Basilica of San Francesco and Other Franciscan Sites

​Year: 2000

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