San Damiano, Romanesque church in Assisi, Italy
San Damiano church sits among olive groves 1.5 kilometers southeast of Assisi's center, featuring a single nave with ogival barrel vaults and a deep apse.
The church dates back to 1030, initially belonging to Benedictine fathers before becoming the first monastery of the Order of Saint Clare in the 12th century.
The church contains a rectangular chapel with a wooden crucifix from 1637 and preserves a 14th-century fresco depicting Madonna with Child between Saints Damian and Rufinus.
Located at Via San Damiano 7, the church opens daily to visitors who can explore the refectory, cloister, and Saint Clare's Oratory without an entrance fee.
In 1205, Saint Francis received a divine message from the crucifix in this church, leading him to begin repairs on the structure and start his spiritual mission.
Location: Assisi
Inception: 12 century
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Part of: Town of Assisi, San Damiano, Eremo delle Carceri, Santuario di Rivotorto and cultural landscape
GPS coordinates: 43.06167,12.61806
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:48
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