But it was short and in service of an excellent purpose.
We soon arrived outside the basilica and met our tour guide, Alex.
No pictures were allowed inside the basilica but we got a couple as we approached.
One of our lads was so moved, he thought he could fly!
Which, of course, he could not. But friends being friends, they tried to support him in his experience.
What followed was a one-hour tour with Alex where he walked us through so many of the details within the three levels of the basilica, including the crypt in which the remains of St. Francis are stored.
It was a great opportunity for learning not just about St. Francis’ devotion to God and to the service of God’s people but the way in which art was used to teach those who came from far away, who couldn’t read and might not speak the same language.
Now we have about six hours to explore the rest of Assisi and the many things it has to offer.
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