Spotlight on Assisi, Italy
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Pause...Click....Picture-Perfect Assisi: Guide to Assisi, Italy
Located in central Italy, Assisi is an Umbrian town that is best known for its main attraction, the Basilica di San Francesco. Assisi is also known for the Basilica di Santa Chiara, amongst other churches, as well as its Roman ruins, fortresses and narrow cobblestone streets and laneways.
I have traveled to Assisi twice and can honestly say that it has much to offer travelers of all budgets. Its hilltop location combined with its numerous attractions makes it a popular tourist and pilgrimage destination.
Linger and enjoy your stay!
{Photo of Rocco Maggiore in Assisi looking down towards Rocco Minore.
Article copyright Heidi Brault.
Photos copyright Heidi Brault, unless otherwise indicated.
© 2010 Heidi. All Rights Reserved.}
Assisi: Hilltop Umbrian Town
Assisi, Umbria, Italy
Quaint, relaxing, refreshing - all sketch a picture of Assisi, Italy, but its abundance of natural beauty completes the picture of this Umbrian town located on Monte Subasio. Accessible by either bus or train, which drop you off in Assisi's modern section, you are still one short bus ride shy of Assisi's historic center. The drive to your destination is a meandering climb, taking you up and away, which is why so many visitors to Italy include Assisi in their itinerary. Many artists and photographers are drawn to Assisi and the earthquakes of '97 have done little to shatter one of Italy's most picturesque towns.{Photo taken at dusk - view Assisi's historic center.
Photo copyright Heidi Brault.}
Panoramic Views in Assisi
Picturesque Assisi
To experience Assisi is to behold the grandeur of the natural world. Take a short trek in any direction and take in the valleys, the mountains, and the tranquility. Venture onto the footpath east of the "centro storico" (historic center) and explore Rocca Minore, an abandoned fortress. From the historic center climb north to Rocca Maggiore, which is maintained and where refreshments are available. Don't forget your camera! Stroll southeast and this time look up at Assisi from amongst the olive groves. Assisi's pristine beauty awaits the camera's lens; however, you won't soon forget all those pictures you didn't shoot.{View of Assisi looking up towards its historic center with olive trees in the background. Photo copyright Heidi Brault.}
Historic Map of Northern Italy
Map of Northern Italy (1494 AD)
Historic, detailed map of north and northcentral Italy in 1494 - public domain map courtesy of Wikipedia Commons. Look for Assisi southeast of Florence and east of Siena.
World Heritage Site
The Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi is a
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Assisi, Italy
Assisi - In the Historic Center
Assisi's Old Town
The legacy of San Francesco (Saint Francis), one of two patron saints of Italy, is perdurable in Assisi, his birthplace, but not solely in the Basilica di San Francesco. Mementos of the founder of the Franciscan monks are prevalent in most local shops. Assisi is also the birthplace of Santa Chiara, founder of the Poor Clares nuns.Assisi is famous for its hand-embroidered goods - now is the time to shop for embroidered blouses, scarves, and tee shirts, amongst other items - and they won't add a lot of extra weight to your luggage.
Reasonably priced lodging can be found even in the heart of Assisi and restaurants abound for all budgets; however, reservations are the rule during the summer and religious holidays.
(Public domain photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)
Historic Image of Assisi
Historic Graphic - Assisi, Italy
.jpg "Image of an engraving of Assisi (Wikimedia Commons)")
Image of an engraved panoramic view of Assisi - public domain image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Umbrian Flag
Image of the Umbrian flag - public domain image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Assisi - Fun Quiz
Fun Test on Assisi, Umbria, Italy
Fun quiz on Assisi, Umbria, Italy.
Memories of Assisi
Assisi, Italy - Photo Gallery
Rocco Maggiore, Assisi. Photo copyright Heidi Brault.
Assisi - History
History of Assisi, Italy
Articles on the history of Assisi, Umbria, Italy.
- Assisi - Wikipedia
- History of Assisi, Italy, and overview of its main attractions.
- Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi
- History and architecture of the Basilica di San Francesco in Assisi, Italy.
- Assisi Online
- Brief history of Assisi, Italy.
Assisi - Poll
Assisi, Umbria
{Photo taken in Old Assisi; copyright Heidi Brault.}
Accommodations in Umbria
Choose your accommodations for your stay in Umbria.
- Bella Umbria
- Umbria Hotels - Historical residences and hotels in Umbria
- Where to Stay in Umbria
- Various types of accommodations in Umbria.
- Agriturismo Umbria
- Accommodations in farmhouses and rural settings in Umbria, Italy.
View of Assisi, Italy
Assisi, Italy - Poster
Assisi Walking Tours and Maps
Walking Tours & Maps of Assisi
Choose a walking tour and view online maps of Assisi.
- Assisi Tour: Guided Walking Tour in Umbria
- Escorted walking tour of Assisi.
- Anne's Italy
- Anne Robichaud's Assisi Tours.
- Best of Assisi Walking Tour
- Walking tour of Assisi, including works of art.
- Map of Assisi
- Map of Assisi showing parking areas and tourist attractions.
- Assisi Tourist Map
- Map of Assisi showing tourist attractions, courtesy of Mappery.com.
Travel Guides - Assisi, Umbria and Tuscany
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Umbria and Basilicata - Travel Video
Intant Video - Umbria and Basilicata
Umbria on DVD
DVDs featuring Umbria, Italy
Select a movie on St. Francis of Assisi or a movie or travel DVD featuring Umbria.
Assisi and Umbria Travel E-Books
E-Books - Umbria, Italy
Tuscany and Umbria:
The Collected Traveler
(Vintage Departures)
Umbria
Perugia, Orvieto, Spoleto & Assisi
Umbria & Le Marche
Guidebook Chapter
(Lonely Planet)
Tuscany & Umbria Adventure Guide
(Adventure Guides)
Rick Steves' Snapshot Hill Towns of Central Italy:
Including Siena & Assisi
(Rick Steves Snapshot)
Umbria - Maps
Select your map from this selection of various maps of Umbria, Italy.
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tokyonights7
May 7, 2012 @ 3:16 pm | delete
- Any idea how far it is from Turin? It looks so lovely!
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bloomingrose
Mar 24, 2012 @ 3:03 am | delete
- I have been to Sienna - I would love to visit Assisi. I failed the quiz miserably so I think I have to go there and learn more about it. Angel Blessed for great content and beautiful photography.
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bloomingrose
Mar 24, 2012 @ 3:03 am | delete
- I have been to Sienna - I would love to visit Assisi. I failed the quiz miserably so I think I have to go there and learn more about it. Angel Blessed for great content and beautiful photography.
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Pat
Mar 16, 2012 @ 10:19 pm | delete
- Another place to add to my itinerary!
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mamabush
Mar 12, 2012 @ 8:06 pm | delete
- I'm so jealous of all of your travels...another amazing travel lens! :) I just love all of your pictures, they really bring out the beauty of everywhere you go. SquidAngel Blessed! :)
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