A small Umbrian town in central Italy, Assisi is a short drive away from Rome and just 12 miles east of Perugia. It is best known for being the birthplace of Italy's patron saint, St. Francis of Assisi, who is also one of the most popular Catholic saints in history. The main attraction of the town is the 13th-century Basilica di San Francesco, which houses sacred relics of St. Francis along with gorgeous frescoes depicting his life.
There are many other churches in the town worth visiting for their architectural beauty, history, and connection to St. Francis. Sacred shrines have made this town a major destination for Catholic pilgrimages while Roman ruins and beautifully preserved medieval streets make the town a popular tourist destination.