I was expecting a much different experience after having read reviews and articles about this spiritual place calling it a place of solitude and reflection. I arrived 45 minutes before the opening, but perhaps a Sunday was not a good day to visit. The other...More

This is a small chapel about half-hour walk along a pleasant country road from the town of Assisi. This is the place where St. Francis first heard Christ calling from the crucifix to ask him to rebuild the ruined church, and he did and started...More

We walked to San Damiano from the centre of Assisi. It's about 30 minutes and worth every step. I felt humbled to be in the place where St. Francis lived and then St. Claire. It is so simple and everywhere is infused with deep spirituality....More

San Damiano is a beautiful, very meaningful and spiritual place. All should read the history of St Francis and St. Claire.

An interesting place to visit, especially for those interested in st Claire. The place is well preserved and has a nice atmosphere. Easy to park.

To see the little church that St Francis repaired and where he heard Christ speak to him from the cross fills one with awe. Likewise the original convent of St Clare and the spot where she died.

This was a charming old (and well kept) church in the hills of Assisi. It was here that St. Clare lived and had her convent. It was also here that St. Francis witnessed an exhortation from Christ from the cross to build his Church. And...More