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“Rocca Maggiore protects high above Assisi”…

Towering over the town of Assisi is the mighty castle of Rocca Maggiore, a medieval fortress that was built almost a thousand years ago for defensive purposes. If legends are to be believed, it seems that Rocca Maggiore once accommodated a Roman emperor. The persistent climb navigating the streets of Assisi was at times strenuous; however, the rewards that awaited around every corner made it well worth the effort. The churches, Basilicas, Duomos, and all the spiritual history of this tiny hilltop village, force one to realize the blessings of the Saints who traversed the same footsteps as we walk today. It is remarkable to imagine that seven Saints originated from Assisi over a 15 century period. What a great percentage of the blessed from such a small town! Assisi is perhaps one of the most visited pilgrimage areas in the world, and people from all races and religions come here to experience and find the peace which has blessed so many. They say that one can almost hear all the prayers lifted up from the walls of this most spiritual of places. This image of Rocca Maggiore creates a perspective of nearness to the top of the castle; however don’t be deceived…as it is over a mile away and up very steep grades. The storm clouds began to form in the skies during my approach to the top, and I was blessed and rewarded with not only a spectacular view from the top, but a double rainbow over my shoulder.

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“Rocca Maggiore protects high above Assisi”…<br />
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Towering over the town of Assisi is the mighty castle of Rocca Maggiore, a medieval fortress that was built almost a thousand years ago for defensive purposes. If legends are to be believed, it seems that Rocca Maggiore once accommodated a Roman emperor. The persistent climb navigating the streets of Assisi was at times strenuous; however, the rewards that awaited around every corner made it well worth the effort. The churches, Basilicas, Duomos, and all the spiritual history of this tiny hilltop village, force one to realize the blessings of the Saints who traversed the same footsteps as we walk today. It is remarkable to imagine that seven Saints originated from Assisi over a 15 century period. What a great percentage of the blessed from such a small town! Assisi is perhaps one of the most visited pilgrimage areas in the world, and people from all races and religions come here to experience and find the peace which has blessed so many. They say that one can almost hear all the prayers lifted up from the walls of this most spiritual of places. This image of Rocca Maggiore creates a perspective of nearness to the top of the castle; however don’t be deceived…as it is over a mile away and up very steep grades. The storm clouds began to form in the skies during my approach to the top, and I was blessed and rewarded with not only a spectacular view from the top, but a double rainbow over my shoulder.

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