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Santa Maria degli Angeli

Via Los Angeles and Via Patrono d'Italia, Assisi, Italy
075 80511
Ranked #5 of 30 attractions in Assisi
4.5 of 5 stars 54 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites, Architectural Buildings
Owner description: This Basilica was started in 1569 to the designs of Galeazzo Alessi, and features a statue of the Madonna in bronze gilt by G. Colasanti and an...... more » Owner description: This Basilica was started in 1569 to the designs of Galeazzo Alessi, and features a statue of the Madonna in bronze gilt by G. Colasanti and an interior whose architectural style is Doric. « less
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Grays Essex England
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

In the lower town of Assisi.Dedicated to Our Lady of the Angels. Has the tiny church of the Porziuncola inside the big Basilica. Beautiful and special blessings if you pray inside the original church More

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Carpinteria, California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Spend time away from all the tourist just down from the main part of Assisi. A nice respite for the day. More

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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Before our arrival, we requested a franciscan brother to serve as our guide. This is a free service (donations accepted) available through the cathedral's website. Though we had been there several times before, we found this to be very enriching. More

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San Diego
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

The sight of the small chapel inside the large basilica was breathtaking. More

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Valencia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012

Impressive place and atmosphere. You can still feel the spiritual devotion around the place. More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012

I suggest visiting this huge, world-class church before St. Francis. More

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Trevi, Italy
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2012

Has to be visited if you are near Assisi. Contains a small inner church and sanctuary. More

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Melbourne
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2012

Gorgeous church .... One of the many gems we didn't know about but glad we discovered. No negatives More

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ardcath
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2012

Could be overlooked by time poor travellers....but do make the effort and you will be rewarded. More

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Cuddesdon
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2012

This won't appeal to everyone, but something of Francis comes over even in the baroque extravagance. More

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