In the countryside of Farneta, far from the monumental profile of Cortona, the abbey presents itself with discretion. It is precisely this simplicity that makes it memorable: behind its unassuming appearance lies one of the oldest religious testimonies in the area.
The crypt, a forest of columns
The heart of the building is the crypt, arranged in small naves supported by columns and capitals that differ from one another, often coming from older materials. Descending into this space means entering a dimension almost outside of time, where the stone tells centuries of transformation and continuity of worship.
A quiet stop in the Cortona countryside
The visit requires neither haste nor a long itinerary. The abbey's value lies in its measure: few forms, controlled light, and a deep history that emerges without the need for grand displays. Farneta thus offers a different face of spirituality in the Valdichiana, more rural and secluded.