Erected in the 13th and expanded the 14th and 15th centuries, San Francesco features a neo-Gothic facade and frescoes by Jacopo Zucchi, Pietro Lorenzetti, and Giuseppe Nicola Nasini. The church is rather cavernous, with large stained glass windows adding to the feeling of airiness. Plan to see San Francesco and other attractions that appeal to you using our Siena road trip planner.
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The basilica church is located within the city walls in Piazza San Francesco. After the third extension of the city walls at the beginning of the 13th century, San Francesco was located just outside..... more
The basilica church is located within the city walls in Piazza San Francesco. After the third extension of the city walls at the beginning of the 13th century, San Francesco was located just outside..... more »
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I forgot, from our first trip to Siena, what great stained glass this church had and as a result almost eliminated it from our itinerary. What a shame that would have been. Yes, it's empty, really..... more
I forgot, from our first trip to Siena, what great stained glass this church had and as a result almost eliminated it from our itinerary. What a shame that would have been. Yes, it's empty, really..... more »
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A perfect place to connect with God. Praying in front of the miraculous eucharist gives you the feeling of God being with you at that particular moment. Please visit this church when you are in Siena.
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A very nice church on the outskirts of Siena. It’s a very nice walk from the city center to here. The church is very famous for the stories of the Saint Francesco. The church is free to visit and if you like you can get a guided tour.
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