A place of worship in Cortona that was built in honor of the Saint of Assisi to celebrate his long stays in town; visitors will be surrounded by a mystical atmosphere.
The Franciscan architecture, with its simple façade and arched doorway, will captivate you. Inside, divided into three naves by imposing colonnades, works of art such as the Annunciation by Pietro da Cortona and the Nativity by Raffaello Vanni.
Visiting the church will be also the occasion to discover the indissoluble link between San Francesco and Cortona: the saint's tunic, the Book of the Gospels, and his pillow which are jealously guarded inside the church. A piece of Christ's cross, stolen from Constantinople by Friar Elias, adds an aura of mystery and sacredness to the place.
Walk in the footsteps of the saint and visit the Convent of the Conventual Franciscan Friars, where other objects belonging to St Francis are preserved.
The remains of Luca Signorelli, the famous Renaissance painter, also rest here.
The Church of San Francesco is not only a place of worship, but an authentic jewel box of artistic and spiritual treasures. An unmissable experience for travellers wishing to experience both history and the beauty of Cortona.
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- Where: Via Berrettini, 4
Art, history and spirituality: an experience full of emotion awaits you inside the Church of San Francesco!