Assisi is the spiritual capital not only of Umbria, birthplace of Saint Francis, patron saint of Italy. In its locations, prosperous of spirituality and Giotto and Cimabye’s art works you will breathe a magical atmosphere.
Things to see in Assisi
The Upper Cathedral of San Francesco, entrusted forever to the Franciscan friars and in which are kept the remains of the saint from 1230 a.D. Included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Decorated with Cimabue, Cavallini, Giotto, Martini and Lorenzetti’s frescos.
In a small distance there is the church of Santa Chiara, built with a Gothic style such as the Upper Cathedral. It also contains numerous remains and important artistic and architectural elements.
Other possible things to see in Assisi are the Rocca Maggiore, San Rufino Cathedral, the shrine “Eremo delle Ceneri”, the Church of San Damiano, Santa Maria degli Angeli Cathedral.
Assisi in a day
Assisi is easily reachable from GG8 Hotel, even to see it all in a day, autonomously or guided. If you would rather visit Assisi with a touristic guide, GG8 can help you get in contact with an expert local guide.
