Assisi

Assisi, the Basilica of San Francesco

Medieval street in the hill town of Assisi

Houses in the hill town of Assisi

Assisi is a town of Italy in the Province of Perugia in the Umbria region, on the western flank of Monte Subasio. It was the birthplace of St. Francis, who founded the Franciscan religious order in the town in 1208, and St. Clare (Chiara d'Offreducci), the founder of the Poor Sisters, which later became the Order of Poor Clares after her death. The 19th-century Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows was also born in Assisi. UNESCO collectively designated the Franciscan structures of Assisi as a World Heritage Site in 2000. Assisi has had a rich tradition of art through the centuries and is now home to a number of well known artistic works.

Umbria Highlights

Events

Things to Do and See in Italy in July 2022

Buckle up for a full summer of festivals: here, John Bensalhia charts some of the highlights.

Off the beaten track

Not Just Provence - Where to See Lavender Fields in Italy

Italophiles with a passion for lavender can head to these places to admire the magnificent blooms.

The Curious Traveler

St. Patrick’s Well in Orvieto Added to UNESCO’s Global Network of Water Museums

Orvieto’s Pozzo di San Patrizio is an engineering marvel built in the 16th century.

Italy's Treasures

Where to See Beautiful Blooms Around Italy this Spring

Spring in Italy is right around the corner! Here are some places to see the Bel Paese in peak bloom!

The Curious Traveler

Stanley Tucci Continues “Searching for Italy” in Season 2

The critically acclaimed CNN series is scheduled to air for a second season this spring.

What you can't miss in Umbria

Where is Assisi

Top Experiences in Umbria

Food & Wine

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Outdoor Activities

Hot air balloon ride at Assisi, Umbria

Assisi

Best places to stay in Umbria

House for Rent

Exclusive villa-holiday rentals in Umbria - Great value

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Agriturismo

Agriturismo L'Ariete

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Properties for sale in Umbria

Villa in Umbertide

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Villa in Orvieto

Business in Orvieto

780000

Country Home - To Restore in Allerona

350000

Country Home - Restored in Todi

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Villa in Monte Santa Maria Tiberina

490000

Country Home - Restored in Orvieto

850000

Country Home - Restored in Monteleone d'Orvieto

Recipes From Umbria

Recipes

Ciaramicola : Italy’s Easter Lemon-Spice Cake for Lovers

Ciaramicola, a lemon spice cake, covered with merengue and topped with sprinkles, is a classic Easter cake from the Perugia province of Umbria. It is customary for a woman to give one to her lover or fiancé on Easter morning as a symbol of her affection.

Recipes

Scafata - Fava Bean Stew

Our food writer Cindy Swain shares her best recipe for the tasty scafata, a bean dish made with fava beans, swiss chard and onion.

Recipes

Zuppa di Vongole e Fagioli (Clam Stew with Beans)

This week Amy Gulick shares a recipe that takes inspiration from the classic 'vongole'(clam) dish from the Campagnia region. A hearty clam soup with beans that will make anyone's mouth water.

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