About one hour by car from our present house sit in Umbria, Italy sits the mountain-top city of Assisi. Most famous for being the birthplace of St. Francis who founded the Franciscan Religious Order, the beautiful ancient city is a sight to behold.
Born into a wealthy family of a silk merchant in 1181 Francis lived a high-spirited life and even joined the military. But it was after a serious illness where he had a spiritual awakening and a vision that convinced him to go back to Assisi. After a pilgrimage to Rome where he mingled with the poor he gave up his wealth and opted to live a life of poverty. Francis began preaching on the streets and developed a following. Today St. Francis is the patron saint of Italy and considered to be one of the most important religious figures of all time.
It was around 1000 BC that a wave of immigrants settled into the upper Tiber valley. They called themselves Umbrians who lived in small fortified settlements on high ground. From 450 BC these settlements were gradually taken over by the Etruscans. The Romans took control in 295 BC after the Battle of Sentinum and built a series of terraces high atop Mount Subasio. For anyone interested in more about Assisi please refer to the link below.
Assisi is not an easy city for sightseeing with plenty of hills to climb, narrow roads shared by pedestrians along with cars plus tourists. But climb we did to see the gorgeous buildings, breathtaking scenery and step back in time when St. Francis walked these cobblestoned roads. As usual let our photos take you along with us on our journey of today as we explored the streets of Assisi, Italy.....along the gringo trail.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Francis_of_Assisi
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assisi
Assisi From Afar
A Museum And Crypt
Born into a wealthy family of a silk merchant in 1181 Francis lived a high-spirited life and even joined the military. But it was after a serious illness where he had a spiritual awakening and a vision that convinced him to go back to Assisi. After a pilgrimage to Rome where he mingled with the poor he gave up his wealth and opted to live a life of poverty. Francis began preaching on the streets and developed a following. Today St. Francis is the patron saint of Italy and considered to be one of the most important religious figures of all time.
This Spot Used To Be A Stahl Where St. Francis Was Born
A Slab Was Found With An Inscription That Explained This
Italian Pastries
Frescos Everywhere
The Tomb Where St. Francis Is Buried
The Basilica Of St. Francis
Nuns And Friars Everywhere
Streets For Cars And Pedestrians
Panoramic View From Down Below
Assisi is not an easy city for sightseeing with plenty of hills to climb, narrow roads shared by pedestrians along with cars plus tourists. But climb we did to see the gorgeous buildings, breathtaking scenery and step back in time when St. Francis walked these cobblestoned roads. As usual let our photos take you along with us on our journey of today as we explored the streets of Assisi, Italy.....along the gringo trail.
Terry and Clyde are able to "Travel The World House Sitting" and so can you! We have created a website to help people who want to learn about house sitting. Information for both the prospective house sitter and for someone who needs a house sitter.
the New Website --> CLICK HERE
How to Get Your First House Sit --> CLICK HERE
How to find a house sitter ----> CLICK HERE
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Francis_of_Assisi
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assisi
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