Convento di Montesanto

The monastery stands on a western hill outside the city walls, with its church and cloister representing medieval religious architecture.

Built in the 13th century as a defense structure against Orvieto, the convent became home to Poor Clares in 1325 before transitioning to Franciscan control.

The convent houses a collection of parchments, incunabula, and rare editions, now integrated into the Municipal Library of Todi.

The 14th-century hall functions as a conference center while the church, consecrated in 1633, serves as an active parish since 1977.

The discovery of the Mars of Todi statue in 1835 at this location indicates the site's previous function as an ancient necropolis with temples.

Location: Todi

GPS coordinates: 42.78080,12.39360

Latest update: March 7, 2025 21:10