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Assisi, Italy: Basilica of Saint Francis

About the Basilica of Saint Francis:

Mass at the tomb of Saint Francis
Mass at the tomb of Saint Francis

This Basilica of Saint Francis is on two levels:

The lower Basilica houses the tomb of Saint Francis

Often pilgrimage groups can celebrate Mass here, as shown in the photo on the left.  Of course, you are free to visit at any time that the Basilica is open.

The upper Basilica will allow you to marvel at the famous magnificent frescoes that line the walls.

Traveling to the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi:

As perhaps the most prominent structure in Assisi, it is quite easy to locate the Basilica of Saint Francis.

Address:  Piazza Inferiore di S. Francesco, 2, 06081 Assisi PG, Italy

Tel:  +39 075 819001

Click here for the official website of the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi.

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