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Convent of San Francesco in Fiesole and view over Florence

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Convent of San Francesco in Fiesole and view over Florence

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Convent of San Francesco in Fiesole and view over Florence

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  • Location: Fiesole, Florence, Tuscany, Italy

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    September 3, 2022

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    One of the few saints who are also highly valued outside of Christianity is San Francesco, known in German-speaking countries as Francis of Assisi. Francis was born in Assisi in …
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    August 1, 2022

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    Simple church, which already inspired Hermann Hesse.
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    August 9, 2022

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    From the piazza in Fiesole, after a short, steep climb, you reach the Monastery of San Franciso. From the terrace you have a breathtaking view of Florence. Particularly beautiful: the sunset over the city.

    Hermann Hesse also mentioned this place as his favorite place in his diary entries.

    The monastery complex provides an insight into the Spartan way of life of the Franciscan monks at the time.
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    Elevation 340 m

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    Location: Fiesole, Florence, Tuscany, Italy

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