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Eremo Le Celle is a small hermitage located in the hills above the town of Cortona, in the province of Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy. It was founded by Saint Francis of Assisi in the early 13th century as a place of retreat for himself and his followers.

The hermitage is made up of a series of small stone buildings, including a chapel, a dormitory, a refectory, and a small vegetable garden. The buildings are arranged around a central courtyard, and are connected by narrow passageways and staircases.

Today, Eremo Le Celle is still home to a small community of Franciscan friars, who maintain the hermitage and offer hospitality to pilgrims and visitors. The site is open to the public, and visitors are welcome to explore the buildings and grounds, attend mass in the chapel, and participate in retreats and other spiritual activities. The hermitage is also a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers, who come to enjoy the beautiful scenery and peaceful atmosphere of the surrounding hills.