Perugia vs Assisi — the university city versus the spiritual city

Perugia

University for Foreigners (since 1925). Chocolate (Perugina). Corso Vannucci passeggiata. Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria. Nightlife. A living, working city.

Assisi

St. Francis. Giotto’s frescoes. Pink stone. Pilgrimage. The town empties at 4pm when tour buses leave. Spiritual, quiet, ancient.

Verdict

Perugia: base city, nightlife, student energy. Assisi: day trip or overnight for the art+silence. Stay in Perugia, visit Assisi.

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