An October 2001 trip to Assisi by DrMaximus
Quote: Assisi, one of the major seats of Christianity, is today a town bustling with activity and filled with curious tourists
Overview
Attraction
As Assisi is a very small town, it is possible to visit all the sites in one day. The best approach is to begin with St Francis, then walk east along the main street, and you will visit at least three other main churches. Then after Santa Chiara, head northwards towards Rocca Maggiore (you won't miss it, it's always there when you look up towards the sky). Take time to appreciate the ancient architecture, and numerous arches.
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Around Town City Views Assisi, Italy
Attraction | "Basilica di Saint Francis"
Basilica di San Francesco - Saint Francis Basilic Town Center - Halfway up the hill Assisi, Italy
Attraction | "La Rocca Maggiore"
As you approach the Castle, to the right is a small carpark. Do not dismiss it as nothing, instead follow the road downhill and you will walk by a cliff. Step across the iron grills (you won't fall down!) to enjoy a captivating view of Umbria... complete with quaint palaces with well kept gardens, rows and rows of olive bushes, etc! And also, a look at the back of the castle, something that you won't get to see from any other angle.
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Rocca Maggiore Hill Peak Assisi, Italy
Chiesa di San Rufino Centre Assisi, Italy
Attraction | "Basilica di Santa Chiara"
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Basilica di Santa Chiara - St. Claire Centre Assisi, Italy
Tempio di Minerva Centre Assisi, Italy
Story/Tip
Brunelli Angelo & C. SAS Shoe Shop Via A. Fortini 18 Assisi, ITALY Tele: +039.075.1234567
Keep walking along the single uphill street perpendicular to the Church of St Francis, after about 800m you will arrive at this shoe store. The owner is very friendly and his son speaks English. All prices are negotiable and the styles are always in fashion. Here you get Milanese fashion at Roman prices . . . whatever that might mean! As a tip: see what his son wears -- that guy's never wrong!
DrMaximus Montreal, Quebec