San Francesco, Gothic Catholic church in Gubbio, Italy.
San Francesco is a Gothic church in Gubbio featuring three apses and an octagonal bell tower built in the 13th century. The walls display detailed stonework and decorative elements throughout the structure.
Construction started in 1256 on land connected to someone close to Saint Francis. The church then became an important place of worship in the city.
The interior displays frescoes showing Christ, saints, and scenes from the life of Saint Francis painted by local artists. These works define how the church looks and feels today.
The church is open daily to visitors and can be entered through Piazza 40 Martiri. It helps to come in the morning or late afternoon when the space is typically accessible.
The cloister hides remains of a Roman floor mosaic from the 3rd century beneath a 14th-century fresco. This ancient mosaic keeps its original colors to this day.
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