Church and Convent of Saint Francis

The church features a high single nave with three square bays, pointed transverse arches, and an elevated presbytery above the main floor level.

Initially established near Santa Maria extra moenia church in 1233, the current structure was completed in 1270 and underwent significant renovations during the Orsini family period.

The cloister walls display detailed frescoes depicting scenes from Saint Francis's life, while the entrance vault presents a genealogical tree of twenty Franciscan branches.

Located in central Tagliacozzo, the church maintains regular visiting hours and offers guided tours through its medieval architecture and historical artifacts.

The church houses the tomb of Thomas of Celano, the first biographer of Saint Francis of Assisi, who died around 1265.

Location: Tagliacozzo

Architectural style: Gothic art

Website: http://www.comune.tagliacozzo.aq.it/

Address: Largo San Francesco - Tagliacozzo 67069 67069

Phone: +3908636141

Email: info@comune.tagliacozzo.aq.it

Website: http://comune.tagliacozzo.aq.it

GPS coordinates: 42.06815,13.25110

Latest update: March 11, 2025 15:08