Surroundings

Chiusi della Verna is a place that fascinates not only for its natural beauty, but also for its spiritual and historical relevance. The Sanctuary of St. Francis at La Verna is nestled in the woods of the Casentino Forest National Park between the valleys of the Arno and Tiber rivers. Among the Sanctuary's most striking sights are the small church of Santa Maria degli Angeli-the first building erected on the Sacred Mountain-and the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta, which houses two extraordinary works by Andrea Della Robbia. Traveling along the Vallesanta in the direction of Badia Prataglia, we arrive at Camaldoli where we find the Monastery of the same name and the Ancient Hermitage founded by Saint Romuald in the 11th century. Places of meditation and peace ideal destinations for those seeking deep contact with faith. Today, the entire territory of the Casentino Forest National Park, particularly the municipality of Chiusi della Verna continues to be an important center of spirituality and attraction for those seeking a deep connection with nature.