Hermitage of St. Jerome: plan is the road, but we recommend the guide to cross easily the surrounding area. The building is located on the eastern slope of Mount Cucco and is accessible along the scenic road that connects with Splinter Sassoferrato, through the throat of the Horn. At the end of a dirt hill, is the hermitage, in a beautiful natural landscape consists of a steep cliff that forms the background.
Abbey of Santa Maria di Sitria: also to plan road, we recommend the tour as it visits only the atrium, to access the crypt there are some narrow stairs. The old abbey is located in the Natural Park of Monte Cucco in a valley between the stream and the slopes of Mount Artino Catria, along the path that connects to Splinter Island Fossara.
About half an hour by car Entering the Park of Monte Cucco to the Marche to get to the hermitage of Fonte Avellana located at the foot of the mountain massif of Catria (1701 m.) a 700 meters above sea level. The foundation of the Hermitage is attributed to S. Romualdo (sec. XII), but its development must be S. Pier Damiani. The church (sec XII), very simple, is one of the major examples of Romanesque architecture and religion of the area. Seamlessly integrates the crypt, apse and covered with large cruise. Among the premises of the monastery are worth mentioning: The small cloister built by S. Pier Damiani; Once the chapter with a barrel vault; the beautiful and bright scriptorium characterized by a thick series of mullioned windows that open on the sides more. Immersed in a green hermitage majestic offers visitors a breathtaking view. Within the resident community offers guided tours and the opportunity to make spiritual retreats. The property is accessible, The church has a few steps, it is recommended that the accompanying. It is noteworthy that already have experience with disabled engines.
Immafini kindly provided by IAT Gubbio and the City of Chip-Pascelupo

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