Basilica of San Francesco:
Completed on May 25, 1230, the basilica encompasses two superimposed churches, the lower and upper, with a crypt that houses the tomb of Saint Francis. Works by masters such as Cimabue and Giotto tell the story of Italian art. The crypt, circular like the Holy Sepulchre, contains the stone urn with the saint’s remains, illuminated by a lamp offered annually by various Italian regions.
Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli
Incorporating emblematic places from the life of Saint Francis, this basilica hosts the Porziuncola, where the saint composed the Canticle of the Creatures. The Transitus and the evocative Rose Garden, with its legendary roses, enrich the experience. The museum displays extraordinary works, including a panel attributed to Cimabue.
Basilica of Santa Chiara
Built after the death of Saint Francis, this Gothic-Umbrian church houses the Oratory with the Crucifix and the crypt with the relics of Saint Clare. The museum in the Conventino exhibits contemporary sacred works in the ancient friars’ cells.
Temple of Minerva
Built in the 1st century BC, this temple retains its original facade and was transformed into a medieval church, dedicated to Saint Philip Neri in 1634. The six Corinthian columns still evoke awe, standing as testimony to its rich and varied history.
Rocca Maggiore
Overlooking Assisi for more than 800 years, the Rocca, dating back to 1183, offers a stunning panoramic view. Rebuilt in 1365 and expanded in the following centuries, the Rocca offers a fascinating walk through ancient walls and breathtaking views of Assisi and its surroundings.