Convento Michetti, Medieval convent in Francavilla al Mare, Italy
The Convento Michetti stands near the Adriatic Sea, featuring a cloister with large windows and a white refectory within its medieval structure.
Established in 1430 as a Franciscan monastery, the convent gained recognition when painter Francesco Paolo Michetti purchased it in 1885 for his studio.
The convent transformed into a gathering place for artists and writers, where Gabriele D'Annunzio wrote his novel 'Il Piacere' among other literary works.
The complex remains under private ownership by Michetti's descendants, requiring advance arrangements for visits and accommodating up to 200 guests for events.
A bronze statue of Francesco Paolo Michetti, created by his student Nicola D'Antino, stands at the entrance since 1938.
Location: Francavilla al Mare
Inception: 1430
Architectural style: medieval architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.41559,14.29358
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:09
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