Assisi - is a town of Italy in the Province of Perugia in the Umbria region, on the western flank of Monte Subasio.
It is generally regarded as the birthplace of the Latin poet Propertius, born around 50–45 BC. It is the birthplace of St. Francis 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. www.Maranathatours.com
The Temple of Minerva is an ancient Roman building in Assisi, it currently houses a church, Santa Maria sopra Minerva, built in 1539 and renovated in Baroque style in the 17th century.
The temple was built in the 1st century BC by will of Gnaeus Caesius and Titus Caesius Priscus, who were two of the city's quattuorviri and also financed the construction. A dedication stone to Hercules has been found, and the temple was likely dedicated to this male demi-god. Of the ancient temple, the façade has been preserved, with six Corinthian columns supporting the architrave and a small pediment. The columns were originally covered by a very strong plaster, which was perhaps colored.
Assisi has had a rich tradition of art through the centuries and is now home to a number of well known artistic works.
Artists Pietro Lorenzetti and Simone Martini worked shoulder to shoulder at Assisi. The Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi includes a number of artistic works. Simone Martini's 1317 fresco there reflects the influence of Giotto in realism and the use of brilliant colors. Lorenzetti's fresco at the lower church of the Basilica includes a series of panels depicting the Crucifixion of Jesus, Deposition from the Cross, and Entombment of Christ.
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If you are planning on a trip to Italy, make sure Assisi is included. From the shops to the Mid Evil town, one AMAZING place for sure. When you are ready for lunch make sure you stop by the Ristorante Minerva for some home cooked food and friendly wait staff. Truly one of the BEST VEAL, I have ever had. From the ambiance of Assisi to the food this is a must stop. For more fun, food, recipes and restaurant reviews...www.ontheroadeats.com
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