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Church and Monastery of St Clare in Acquapendente: the Poor Clares on Poggio del Massaro
The Church and Monastery of Santa Chiara (Saint Clare) stands on the hill known as Poggio del Massaro, just outside the centre of Acquapendente. Its foundation dates back to May 27, 1333: on that day, the papal authority officially authorised the construction of the religious complex, granting permission to the Provincial Minister of Rome, Friar Tommaso di Acquapendente.
Cloistered life
The building was destined for the community of the Poor Clares (Clarisses), the female branch of the Franciscan Order founded by Clare of Assisi a century earlier. Its position on the hill guarantees an open, panoramic view of the surrounding territory.
