Basilica di San Francesco, Assisi, Italy. The focus of countless religious pilgrims since its beginnings in 1228, the basilica is the final resting place of the saint himself, and repository of some interesting relics and personal effects.

Additionally, it houses truly great frescos by the likes of Cimabue and Giotto. One of the sweetest images from a series on the life of Francis depicts him preaching to the birds. According to Francis' teachings, all life is sacred and should be loved and respected, since the essence of God in present in all creation.