The unveiling of the mortal remains of St Francis of Assisi for the first time in 800 years has drawn more than 100,000 people through the Basilica of St Francis in the first week alone.
The exposition, which began on 22 February and continues until 22 March, marks the first public display of the relics of the 13th-century saint since his death in 1226. Alongside the visitors, the Diocese of Assisi confirmed in a statement that more than 35,000 faithful attended Mass in the basilica during the opening week.
