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San Damiano

Via San Damiano, Assisi, Italy
075-812-273
Ranked #3 of 30 attractions in Assisi
5.0 of 5 stars 32 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites, Historic Sites
Description: The church of San Damiano was restored by St. Frances of Assisi and later served as home for St. Clare.
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Medford, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Kneeling in the chapel of San Damiano, where Christ spoke to St Francis was deeply moving. A great place for silent awe and meditation. I also recommend the early morning worship. More

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Beverly, Mass
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Here is the chapel where St. Francis heard the voice of Christ speak to him, telling Francis to rebuild the church. And here is the first home of the Poor Clares, the sister order to the Franciscans founded here in 1211 -- 800 years ago. More

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Città di Castello, Umbria, Italy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

And this is the one St. Francesco rebuilt shortly after he left and housed St. Chiara and her order of sisters. A nice steep walk down the hill from Assis. More

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Valencia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012
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Impressive place and atmosphere. You can still feel the spiritual devotion around the place. More

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Florence, Toscana, Italy
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53 reviews 53 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2012
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My wife and I made the long walk down to San Damiano and it was well worth it. This is the church that St. Francis built and it was beautiful. It was very quiet and as you sat in the chapel you knew you were in a special place. Wonderful site to visit. More

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Melbourne
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2012

Do not miss.... Another top up of peaceful calm. No negatives More

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ardcath
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2012

So spiritual...I would hope that what we gained is not confined to a few. More

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Piegaro, Italy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2012
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I always bring my guests here first to see and experience where St. Francis had the vision that transformed his life and started his spiritual journey that has inspired millions of people. it all started here in this tiny chapel when Francis was praying to the Byzantine cross (now in Clare's church) and he rebuilt this chapel from the ruins.... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2012

If you have the time and legs check out this church. The views on the walk down and back are brilliant. The church is in great condition considering its age. More

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London
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 23, 2011

We loved San Damiano but attended a dreadful concert in the parish hall! More

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