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Sant Apollinare in Classe and Assisi
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Along the left side of the church is the tall cylindrical bell-tower (post 9th century)
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The medieval town of Assisi is heir to the legacy of St Francis who is buried in the Basilica di San Francesco
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The town is located on a slope of Mt. Subasio, at approx 400 m high and has approx. 25000 inhabitants
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Geraniums flourish in this town, adding colour to its panoramic views of the Umbrian countryside
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Assisi is a charming base from which to explore the Umbrian region
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Umbria's landscapes are as compelling as its towns like Gubbio, Spello and Montefalco
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Building of the Basilica of St Francis commenced two years after the death of St. Francis
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Its upper and lower churches were decorated by notable artists of the time including Giotto's frescoes on the Life of St Francis
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Its upper and lower churches were decorated by notable artists of the time including Giotto's frescoes on the Life of St Francis
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Entirely built in white and rose stone of Mount Subasio, its look is characterised by narrow, steep and winding alleys
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The preservation of the streets and buildings over the centuries has helped to maintain the charm of the town.
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Traffic and parking within the town-walls is admitted for few hours only per day