Travels in Italy: Umbria – Assisi (May 23, 2015) | 金馬的旅行 Journey of the Golden Horse

View from Assisi, Italy (2015)

Umbria is a region of Italy that was founded by the Etruscans. Perugia, one of the cities in the region, is known for their chocolate.

Map of Umbria, Italy

Attractions:

Basilica de San Francesco
Church of Santa Chiara

Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible. ~ Saint Francis of Assisi

Town of Assisi, Italy (2015)

Assisi is the home of Saint Francis, who founded the strict Franciscan order devoted to God and helping the poor and sick.

St. Francis

The medieval town and Basilica de San Francesco are located at the peak of the serene Mount Subaso, presenting a splendid view of the rolling greenery of the valley below. The day we visited the weather was rainy. We followed our tour guide, Giuseppe, up the slope into the basilica.

Basilica de San Francesco, Assisi, Italy (2015)

Panorama of the Basilica de San Francesco, Assisi, Italy (2015)

Details of the doors leading to the basilica

Inside we admired the frescoes painted by Giotto, who depicted the life of the saint through his trials until his death. The basilica is built over the tomb of the saint.

Night view of the Basilica

At night, the scenery is calm and serene. One can take a pleasant stroll through the cobbled streets and enjoy the night air. We did stop at a café, where we tried a selection of cannoli and gelati at the Gran Caffe.

Cannoli

Afterwards, we marveled at the Church of Santa Chiara. Santa Chiara (Saint Clare) was a protege and follower of St. Francis.

Church of St. Chiara in Assisi, Italy (2015)

Since the hotel is located in the suburbs (5-10 minutes away from the town), we had to take a taxi back into town. The cost is about 15 euros one-way.