Yet another interesting and strenuous day, first in Assisi where our local guide, Marco, gave us an art history lesson as well as the story of St. Francis. Beautiful frescoes covered the walls inside of the Basillica. After lunch we hopped aboard our bus and headed off to Gubbio, (in Umbria, as is Assisi), a medieval town built on a steep hillside. Next weekend is a big festival, so most buildings sport colorful banners representing the different neighborhoods of the city. This gives the town a very medieval feel.
We are staying in a renovated ducal palace that is at least 500 years old, but has all the modern conveniences. Bells ring day and night from a nearby bell tower. The last two photos above show Gubbio, and the top 3 are from Assisi (second photo shows a Roman temple with columns).
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