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| The monastery and sanctuary of Le Celle |
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| St. Francis |
In the year 1211 Le Celle was but a few small buildings and most likely being used as a mill. That is the scene that would have greeted St. Francis of Assisi as he approached this remote location seeking a place of solitude. He found it here in the wilderness surrounding Cortona and stayed long enough to set in motion the creation of a monastic settlement. Today, although Le Celle appears a Franciscan monastery of somewhat grand proportion, it remains a sanctuary used for the purpose of contemplation and its modest interior a reflection of the Franciscan belief in austerity.
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| The Oratory |
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| The cell of St. Francis |
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| Madonna and Child |
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| Something to the effect of following your heart through St. Francis, the voice of the Lord. |
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| A simple and rustic aesthetic. |
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| The waterway was what made this location perfect for its original use as a mill. |
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| Grounds surrounding Le Celle. |
