National Shrine of St. Francis of Asisi

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The National Shrine of St. Francis of Assisi began as a mission church in the 19th century and was rebuilt after the 1906 earthquake. It includes a full-size replica of the Porziuncola chapel in Assisi, Italy. This sacred space honors the patron saint of San Francisco and offers quiet reflection in the busy North Beach district.

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National Shrine of St. Francis of Asisi

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