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Convento Frati Cappuccini - Eremo Le Celle

Strada dei Cappuccini, 1, 52044 Cortona, Italy
0575-603362
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Ranked #1 of 13 attractions in Cortona
4.5 of 5 stars 20 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Historic Sites, Religious Sites
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North Truro, Massachusetts
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2012

I don't really want to share any information about Le Celle. It is a very spiritual place. Not meant for sightseeing. More

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Northam, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012

Do take the time and walk to Eremo Le Celle from Cortona. A round trip should take you around 1.5 hr doing an easy pace. More

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Orange, California
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012

We visited in the late afternoon and enjoyed the stillness (except for some frogs). It's a peaceful place for contemplation just outside the friendly bustle of the walled city of Cortona. Beautiful views of the valley from here. More

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Umbria
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 2, 2011
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We went here with part of the Enthusiastic Traveler tour group. It was a very peaceful way to pass the afternoon and to get a sense of what the area must have been like in St. Francis' time... More

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Maianbar NSW Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 3, 2011
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Spouse, friends and I visited the monastery, Le Celle, where St Francis spent time in 1226, saw his cell, the 30 cm wide plank with a half log for a pillow that was his bed......such self discipline.........not for this kid! However it is a visit that I highly recommend. There is an air of serenity about the buildings which are... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012
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Bologna
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012
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Chivasso, Italy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012
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Rome, Italy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012
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