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The Papal Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Assisi, Italy, features a tall bell tower and ornate facade with a rose window, overlooking a valley and surrounding countryside. Basilica of San Francesco Beatification of Carlo Acutis Interior view of Saint Francis Basilica in Assisi, Italy, showing colorful frescoes by Giotto and others on the vaulted ceiling and walls, with tall stained glass windows. Fresco by Giotto showing Saint Francis kneeling on rocky ground, gazing up at a seraph with outstretched wings in the sky, with two small buildings and another figure reading nearby. Fresco by Giotto showing Honorius III in profile, wearing papal robes and a tall mitre, with his hand resting on his chin against an ornate patterned background. Fresco by Simone Martini showing Saint Martin of Tours holding a crucifix and gesturing as he speaks to Emperor Julianus, surrounded by soldiers and tents in a medieval camp. San Francesco, Assisi, Italy.
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Corrected display issue. Oct 15, 2026
Article thoroughly revised and updated. Oct 02, 2026
Modified link of Web site: Sacred Destinations - Basilica Di San Francesco. Jan 12, 2018
Added photograph. Jul 22, 2010
Added new Web site: Sacred Destinations - Basilica Di San Francesco. Aug 25, 2008
Article thoroughly revised. Jul 23, 2008
Media added. Jul 23, 2008
Media added. Jun 30, 2008
Article added to new online database. Jul 20, 1998
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