Assisi and Italian Country Charm

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2016 | In the Italian countryside, we'll connect with rustic, traditional culture: enjoying an agriturismo (farmhouse inn), seeing how prosciutto and pecorino cheese are made, and hiking to the bottom of deep and ancient wine cellars. We'll end in Assisi - the hometown of St. Francis - which retains its spiritual aura to this day. Like pilgrims, we'll explore its stony center before trekking to its awe-inspiring basilica, built on the tomb of the beloved saint. #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #assisi
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[@KarlMartell732]

Simply the most beautiful country on the planet: warm sea, richest old culture, amazing cuisine, Alps mountains, nice language.

[@snowleopard3470]

Turkey is.

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[@georgeskanderbeg3242]

@@snowleopard3470 imagine putting Turkey in the same sentence with Italy

[@rob5197]

No way __better majestic scenery other countries and more charming enchanting towns around Europe

[@angelica4293]

and not to forget : nice and charming people and excellent food!

[@dimitrioskarastamatis4919]

I`ve been to Tuscany 3 times and there isn`t any better human beings and beauty on earth. They respect everything. At the time my ex girlfriend owned a beautiful old rustic house in the mountains in Tuscany. We made lot`s of friends and they were AMAZING PEOPLE. We always went out with them. Some were Communist, Libertarian, Capitalist, Socialist and could sit together and talk politics with respect and love for each other . We drank and loved together and realized this is the human race at it ultimate best. IT WAS SO BEAUTIFUL, I wish was I born there instead of here, especially right now. The Italian people have given me hope that human`s, especially Americans SHOULD LEARN FROM.

[@1981atanu]

Couldn't agree more with your thoughts. social values and inclusiveness is something i found in abundance in Italy.

[@paolaarchimbaud9076]

Italy is poetry!

[@francescos7361]

Thanks Assisi in one of the most beatiful place in Italy.

[@janpierzchala2004]

This is also my impression. I was very happy in Assisi because of its beaty. Actually no other place I have been in Italy I liked so much. What are your tips for places as uniquely beautiful as Assisi?

[@aliciaandsassatravels]

St. Francis of Asisi is one of the most beloved saints who I admire very much.

[@abdurahim8819]

Italy is the heart of Europe. I visited Italy 5 times. I still discover many amazing places.

[@kenshin239]

How many people did you convert?

[@zizouazzou4054]

@@kenshin239 haha very funny

[@howtotieatie5845]

Did you find mosques ?

[@gaboltl]

It just blows my mind that people usually go to Italy and visit Rome, Milan and Florence which are indeed nice places but, there's so much more about Italy than its larger cities, small villages have always dragged my attention.

[@romanobenini3331]

Lodbrok yes it s true : usually the foreigner tourists, specially from USA , visit only the usual and crowded attractions and lose or ignore the 75 % of the Italian beauty and culture, its a question of ignorance : they are not visitors but buyers of commercial tourist offer

[@bradthompsonuk2011]

The greater numbers, yes, do start out in the larger cities, but many inbound groups are on a pilgrimage of sorts as well and make it a point to visit the smaller towns, or villages of their Saints. Day excursions are planned out and included (sometimes as an optional of the main tour) to these hidden, but remarkable, gems. I've overnighted with my groups in a few Assisi hotels overlooking the beautiful valley below. Some of my favorite memories of Italia. Thanks to Rick for capturing, airing, and posting these tours.

[@apophisstr6719]

Well, many are first time visitor, and many will probably only visit a foreign country like once in their life time. Of course, ignorance can be one of the factors, but it can't be help that people would choose the popular sites just to be safe.

[@kirtidhari5220]

Right ,we r like only citys but some time simply village's change our mind...

[@ec100]

There are the Trulli villages also that are unique.

[@watermunteconomie3938]

I can see the Roman legions crossing the hills, Italy is a beautiful country!

[@OlympianGift]

Oh you seen me

[@hanialturk5981]

Italy by far the most beautiful place in Europe.

[@James-mw7zv]

In the world

[@rob5197]

Easy ......

[@francescobanduxaver8523]

In the world

[@bevzvlog5897]

I soo love Italy. In fact I got hooked. this next trip will be my fifth time since oct 2021.

[@splashenful]

I visited Italy back in the early 90s, & I fell in love with Assisi. One can actually feel the presence of St Francis (& even St. Clare, for that matter) there.

[@CommentTaire]

Spring of 2023 will be my sixth trip to Italy. Been ALL ROUND and never made it to its heart. This is the time, driving (slowly) from Napoli to Bellagio through the center or it all.

[@CeeVee714]

Every time I go to Italy, I discover something new. It is my fervent wish to travel around this beautiful country, discover all their hidden treasures and enjoy their culture every year for at least a week. I am a working single Mom. I cannot afford to go on vacations on longer period. It would be nice to stay there for 6 months.

[@Fonzi1958]

L’Italie est un musée à ciel ouver👍❤️🇮🇹

[@tonymack6656]

I am going to come as Rick Steves' II .. what a wonderful way to spend life.

[@dondominic7404]

Italy, Its beautiful with good people who keep their traditions alive. The Italian wine is one of a kind. Pray for us Saint Francis of Assisi.

[@gilly7312]

Don Dominic agree

[@nata3467]

as an exchange student in Italy I was lucky enough to not only travel, but stay with Italian families...and my poppi's best friend would visit often bringing new bread, new cheeses, new wines etc for me to try. Best Year Ever.

[@pololo2553]

My kind of place for when I retire. Tranquility, beauty, good food, hospitality, spiritual.

[@rob5197]

You are not alone

[@travelwithnaz459]

Italy is one of a kind, every single place in this country has taken my part of heart with it

[@davidkkl]

I am not Italian but I just love Italia, so beautiful country! Greetings from Slovenia :)

[@lorisdp8917]

I'm not Slovenian but I love Slovenia ... Ptuj, Novo Mesto, Kranjska Gora, Skofia Loca, Piran, San Daniele del Carso, Predjama, Idra ... hello from Treviso

[@pucciaxel2024]

🍀From Assisi thank you ♥️

[@rob5197]

Slovenia i may not have the art of italy but is a lot more beautiful

[@GoodFellasPizza08]

Yes italy is amazing and I am italian

[@jrpacer6355]

When I watch these videos I'm so proud to have Italian blood in me

[@MetaMM]

A bit poignant but I'm watching your video as to evoke again all the treasured memories of my generous loving Italian late husband who took me all around his country just so I could enjoy every flavour of what it could offer and what he wanted me to experience. Married and travelled all over the world as well as living in some other countries, I now have moved back to my mother country, Indonesia. But what a life I've lived w him in this country until I lost him 4 years ago. Only 5 months now that I have left this country for good but happy and grateful to have been to all these marvellous places w its traditions and life styles having lived in Milan as our home base all throughout. I thank God every day that Italy has been a big and long chapter of my life, something that came unexpectedly, and beyond imaginations. Thank you for your lovely videos.

[@lalithababu976]

Meat plz help me ., Can give me a job.

[@HaniSantosa]

Halo. Gw dr Indo juga dan pernah tinggal beberapa tahun di Italy. Kangen Italy gw sekarang wkwkwkwk

[@aliciakraft173]

META M U ARE VERY LUCKY FOR HAVING A HUSBAND THAT TOOK U AROUND THE WORLD AND LET U SAVOR THE ITALAIN CULTURE TO ITS FULLEST>>> INDEED UR HUSBAND IS VERY GENEROUS >>> I AM FROM PHIL. AND EVEN I HAVE BEEN TO ROME AND ITS ADJOINING CITIES I DIDNT REALLY HAVE MUCH KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CULTURE AND ITS CUISINE >>> THANKS TO RICK STEVEN BLOG I"M LEARNING MORE NOW THAN EVER BEFORE >>

[@MetaMM]

@@aliciakraft173 Awwh... you're so sweet!! Thanks for your lovely comment. I'm glad you've been to Italy too and enjoyed it very much. Kindred spirit.

[@MetaMM]

@@HaniSantosa Maaf, saya baru liat commentnya sekarang. Dimana sekarang? Balik ke Indonesia?

[@JH-by3rl]

The more I travel the world the more I love Italy.

[@aneeshaero005]

You are a very blessed man, Rick. Having the golden opportunity to travel around the world and enjoy all these beautiful places, you are a legend.

[@tigerlily7246]

Yes he is. Im not "blessed" with a lot of money or a travel job but I got 'bit' by the Italy bug 30 years ago, when I lived there because my Dad was stationed in northren Italy. Air Force. I go back every 2 years, since 2000. Its home to me. A sanctuary. Once you go there, it calls you back. Providing you go there with an open mind and appreciate the differences instead of comparing.

[@bradthompsonuk2011]

Aviano and Vicenza are two hidden treasures and secrets that no one stationed there advertises, so they can continue to extend their enlistment or assignment there. Guilty!

[@user-pd7uf1en9e]

I love Italy, we always have wonderful time when we visit this beautiful and long history country 😘 🌹😍!

[@TheVaughan5]

There is no country in the World quite like Italy - for architectural enthusiasts it's incomparable!

[@ramajordubey4731]

I love village

[@InfiniteTriztan1111]

Every country has each own uniqueness and beauty.

[@kellysunserenity4068]

@@InfiniteTriztan1111 I agree. Each country has its own flavor and touches that make it distinctly different from other countries in the world. Italy is beautiful, but I'm partial to Spain, Portugal, and Turkey.

[@khanusman00]

100%agree

[@inessaleh9607]

cameronpaul even Italians admit that the Egyptian taught them architecture.

[@jeanneamato8278]

Italy is God’s gift to the world.

[@MaxwellBergen]

what place isnt

[@Yocarisfastlike]

Wrong America is gods gift to earth

[@MaxwellBergen]

Rick Steve is satans gift to traveling

[@blobba5442]

Boston Austin you wish!

[@gigglesgalore9248]

And what is china

[@thebest41or2]

Everything beautiful in life is surely Italian and Assisi in just another gem in that crown of Italian beauty...amo Italia ❤️❤️❤️

[@mpokameame6377]

I've been to Assisi last week because of Rick Steve! I Love Italy so much!

[@tigerlily7246]

Me TO! Lived there many years ago and can't stay away.

[@jameseka6475]

Mpok Ame Ame indonesian??

[@followingjake9626]

I agree - in general Umbria and Tuscany are great, but Assisi is a real gem!

[@AbhinavSingh4]

I have seen so many travel shows on TV as well as internet..nothing comes close to the simple and beautiful craft of travel storytelling as Rick's. Wish him and his team very best.

[@vladomontezuma626]

I mean, I'm so in love with Italy that I was crying out of happiness. Imagine you are leaving the country with tears and mixed emotions of happiness and sadness when you have to leave. 💕😊

[@ursulahans4783]

Bela Itália ❤

[@kirouanemohamedamine7995]

Good morning

[@proarte4081]

Bella...lol

[@cristinacanfora4821]

My land...Umbria. it's fantastic to see it with your eyes. We can see every day our villages... Assisi but also narni, sangemini, montefalco, Spoleto. We never think how many beautiful places we've got. Thank you!

[@pennypiper7382]

Cristina Canfora ..what about Narni....💖

[@lalithababu976]

Cristina u can help me any job italy plz. My pH. No. 9567680230.

[@caligolacali6374]

Lalitha there s no job in italy just look at the unemployment level. Try with some other country

[@roninsavage4290]

I believe that after one visits, you cannot help but come away a little bit Italian!!! Such a beautiful country !!!

[@CeeVee714]

I definitely agree. It would have been my 4th time to be in Italy last year. I love Art and Culture. I go on budget trips all the time but their hotels really feels like home. Sadly, Covid-19 stopped me from traveling but I will go as soon as this pandemic is over.

[@justme8837]

it is hard to believe that there are such beautiful little cities like this. thank you for sharing.

[@tigerlily7246]

believe it! Its true. Italy is beautiful.

[@aris1956]

Celita Guia Whittington Sorry but I think, “ *it is hard to believe that* “ you say such a phrase. Italy is one of the beautiful country of the world !

[@ContraDox]

Italy is the most suitable place to live especially offbeat locations, nice people, salubrious climate . Dream place . Love from India . ♥️

[@watcher223]

I loved Umbria, especially Assisi! It was my first trip to Italy.

[@rafikrafik9325]

This places where I was saw in story books it's such a wonderful dreamy place I love it. Lots of love from India.

[@irishkazolotse]

This is beautiful, we are so blessed to witness such awesome frescoes that were created centuries ago, thank you Rick for taking us there!!!

[@apophisstr6719]

Every time Rick visits Italy, I know it's going to be a episodio fantastico!

[@ucnguyenduy4196]

I love Italy so freaking much, hope some day I can get a chance to visit this wonderful country, especially the countryside and the beachside.

[@mubashirkarim7039]

Europe is full historic work and mesmerizing Greenery. I love EuRope.

[@kittt3872]

Para mí toda Italia es Hermosa 🤗😍😜😫🤠

[@renewed5670]

Thank you Mr. Steves. As a candidate for profession in the Secular Franciscan Order, this video moved me in a very special way. And oh, I love your videos on Christmas in Europe. Thank you for taking us to wonderful places which never fail to struck me in awe of God's marvelous creation.

[@francesvansiclen3245]

Italy is a dream!!!!! As soon as I win the lottery I'm going to live there !!!! sigh !

[@pittino70]

yes, it's a dream if you have money or you have ground to cultivate!my wife she's from Umbria but she was born in a poor family without land!! :( it's the life.

[@williamwickline3657]

Me want expensive wine and red meat and nice villa hotel

[@tigerlily7246]

Oh my God!! Im sooooo homesick! Not Italian but lived there....molti anno fa. Many years ago. I return every two years. Its absolute paradise. And having traveled there for the past 30 years Im delighted to have discovered that Italy retains that old world ambience. Wonderful! Well...I was in Assisi 2 years ago and I saw a monk walking down the street fiddling with his cell phone. Had to laugh. 😁. If you go to Assisi take a short trip to the abbey of San Francisco. Not his church but the monastery. Absolute heaven.

[@tigerlily7246]

manuel p. Slaves in Italy? really? I Lived there and go there for the past 30 years. Have lots of friends there. Never heard of this.

[@sheruffa6032]

I live in Italy do you want to know more than me? The center-south is literally in apnea ostracized both economically, socially and mediatically, and drowns in poverty, salaries are not enough to live! but I understand that the eyes of the tourist fortunately have another perspective. look at the salaries of the center-south of the Italians, they are scandalous, they do not allow them to live, it is tantamount to the tip that certain parents in america give their children to go out in the evening.

[@debakugue2624]

This is one of the best channels on KZbin ever! As a Nigerian growing up in its busiest city,Lagos,I've always yearned to travel to destinations where agelong beautiful traditions are still upheld, and adorned with breathtaking landscapes,and rich history. The knowledge gained about not just of these beautiful places and people but also of ourselves are priceless. Rick Steve's powerful storytelling is so emotive. Hope to be able to visit these places in the nearest future.

[@anuradhainamdar8967]

I am a admirer of St Assisi because he was the lover of nature and all that it embodies- simplicity, joyous spirit, enthusing, this spirit of beauty and joyousness to man without expecting anything in exchange. Thanks you, Steven for this amazing video of both Tuscany and Umria.

[@moriyakoketsu1881]

Studying hard for a day, watching your video just warms my heart so much. I love you Rick Steve

[@melkartankido1994]

Wonderful Italy 🇮🇹 ❤️

[@amadadoris]

Thank you Rick Steves for this segment of Assisi and Italian Country Charm. In these days of uncertainty, this segment has quenched my yearning for travel. After watching this video, God-willing, I will one day do the spiritual pilgrimage to St Francis' town of Assisi.

[@LovetheRainbow]

I guess they call it Italy for a reason, it has it-all-ly 👍👌🇮🇹!

[@jbugdale]

Thank you for sharing these wonderful travel programs. I cannot afford the luxury of travel, so these beautiful sceneries are food for my soul. God bless.

[@davidwilliams504]

I visited Assisi back in 1973. Loved it. Also love Francis, what a deeply spiritual man and, as Rick says, as relevant today as he was back then. Thanks for posting!

[@jackiedupuis9434]

Loved the video. Jack

[@myrooftopgarden8005]

Ahhh. You had been there a decade before i was born. Just got a deep feeling from your comment...All these beautiful places were there , are there and will be there when we are here or will be gone. Just gave a deep meaning to the small moments of the mortal life.

[@fedsmadegoodmade9070]

I am proud to be from Tuscany. There is so much love among people in Tuscany , and poetry and passion for life and like the french say they are Des bons vivants, meaning good livers, as in enjoyers of life!!

[@davidmadison5582]

I could most definitely live here! Italy has such a unique charm

[@MrRealgar]

Rick Steve is a great and smart narrator, he enjoys staying with locals, understanding their traditions and cultures with humbleness and curiosity, and mainly without biases. I cannot even imagine comparing its videos with the ones from the so-considered youtubers. In Italy, he is one of the fews who understood the importance of the regions, the cities, our differentiation, and so much more. Greetings from Northern Italy!🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@CA2SD]

Nostalgic. I wished I paid more attention while I was there. I wished I captured more photos. It was absolutely beautiful and such a divine trip.

[@tarunacell5154]

I love italy ...everything of italy are the best the people are happy people not arrogant ....

[@radiantsun8493]

there are happy, sad, nice, arrogant people like any other place in the world. don't generalise

[@manuelfernandes8994]

Pure air,pure food pure water and the people with a pure heart

[@anilksingh1974]

Beautiful world, beautiful people

[@mikebattista1523]

Some day i will definitely visit the land that my grandfather and grandmother came from. Such beauty and grandeur!

[@gelustoian9893]

Minunat !!!!! Stoian Gheorghe, Alba Iulia, Romania

[@tilethio]

The role of family and neighbours plays a key role in the Italian community as it does in many ancient lands. The generosity of rural communities and charm is heart melting. Such communities will never fail. Great Job Rick to show us another face of Italy. 💪

[@maestro1918]

Italia amore mio per sempre!

[@antonioalighieri588]

Per sempre❤ l'italia a creato il mondo è la bomboniera del mondo intero le migliore invenzioni del mondo le a creati l'italia❤

[@nataliperoncov6020]

Amore per tutta la mia vita....ITALIA💝👑

[@michaeldidomenico7]

Been there 5 times, and will return. Have family in the Abruzzo area, going back 10 generations

[@teresarondon4443]

Your kind, poetic perception is an allegory of your personality.....Bless you!

[@kirouanemohamedamine7995]

Are you married me I'm

[@primcalagui9772]

Beautiful from Philippines 💓

[@MrUdaya00123]

Beautiful country..God bless for all the people of 🇮🇹 Italy in this critical situation. Thank you for uploading this beautiful video

[@cherilynhalaghay2007]

gorgeous Italy how i wish i can visit there soon. amazing!

[@pallavikumari7028]

Sending love from India ❤

[@777sng]

St Francis of Assisi 🕂💛💛🌹🌹🌻🌻🙏🙏💛💛

[@raman6463]

No words...your work and italy both are incredible..love from india

[@sassypolkadots6446]

Wowwwwwwwwwww I’m in Awe....... 😱@14:35; ♥️😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍 St. Francis of Assisi 😇 Beautiful Indeed, all of it......... rich & meaningful history & this touches my heart ❤️

[@jenjem5810]

Rick , you have worked at making this world a better place. Thank you for your Energy. Thank you for helping everyone through a tough spot in history. Bless your heart.

[@mariadegan1029]

All your videos are amazing! Thank you for keeping my memories alive😊 Luckily l have traveled most of my life, first as the daughter of a diplomat, then after the end of a thirty year marriage to an Italian, still living in Italy😍 at the age of 53, my passion for travel was allowed to flourish again in the company of Luigi, the love of my life! All of your travels take me back to the numerous countries we have been to, you narrate so accurately 👍 Now after 17 years, because of Coronavirus, Luigi has left me, but l keep traveling with Rick Steves for the time being!

[@janethill4684]

I love Italy! Someday maybe I will go there!

[@Lucas_Ficz]

Italy steals so much beauty for itself....

[@OlympianGift]

Nope it adopted. China is an example of stealing.

[@PD-xy8iu]

Whaaat does it even mean?

[@jayr.617]

Every frame in this video of the inside/outside of the St. Francis churches is a lovely portrait that I wish I can hang all around my house. What a beautiful, beautiful place. The life lived by St . Francis is similar to Budha who also left riches and sought a simple life and God.

[@jimwinter3181]

One of your best videos ever !! Thanks Rick !!

[@dewpaz4507]

The architecture is so amazing 🤩

[@mariand.b.5908]

Italy!!! wow, St. Francis place... dreamed country...

[@OlympianGift]

Make your own country a dream country

[@dearbrave4183]

Original, clean and peaceful..😍aaaaah... the good lifeee😍

[@healthguru2179]

wow it's really a nice place of Italy to visit

[@onecricket3830]

I didn't know,there is a nice place like Assasi.Really it is beautiful.

[@sm8874]

The Locals are so lucky to call this place their home! Thank you Mr. Steve and Team for this video

[@billbergendahl2911]

The first time I visited Italy, which was in 1997, our tour group visited the Basilica of Saint Francis at Assisi.

[@urmilajithoo6511]

Thank you Rick, what I love is how you condense the history in your narration, and how you appreciate with respect, sensitivity and good grace.

[@harleenkaur436]

I love Europe it gives me that aristocratic feeling ...I just wanna cry !!!!

[@OlympianGift]

Europe and europeans are the light of the world

[@YTfancol]

I've been there. It's beautiful. My grandma was born in Assisi.

[@anndeakin1508]

A after the Revenna a trip to countryside villages a great time was had in Italian vineyards great food .Ann Deakin Thanks Rick for the history and food adventures.21st Jan 2021.Warwick UK

[@franklinpayero8382]

Love the foods, culture and the peaceful life.

[@kilpolo]

Thanks rick Steves. Italy is trully the most beautifull country in the warld! Please make a video about Georgia. we are waiting it!

[@henryi9738]

Amazing ! Rick Steves at his best.

[@anjummirza1452]

Excellent and beautiful for ever...

[@magicknight13]

This is beyond words, amazing!

[@varshadesai8145]

So so beautiful Tuscany.Rick you are bringing the best of d world to us.Thx

[@GabrielQuinteroOk]

As always, a great , emotive and inspirational work from you and your team. Thank you and : Keep on Travelin'

[@5alitavakoli]

Gorgeous! Splendid! Thanks Rick

[@zakiyehsam7459]

So beautiful...💕

[@rikkel]

Wonderful Steve! I love that you are making longer shows again. Greetings from the Netherlands!