Designed by Michelangelo himself, the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri was built into the ruins of the famous Diocletian Baths, deriving its name from a legend of Christian martyrs who died during its construction.
A Must See in Rome: San Paolo Fuori Le Mura, one of four papal basilicas, where each of the popes dating back to Saint Peter is awarded a circular mosaic portrait around the internal walls of the basilica.
The Church of San Luigi dei Francesi is the national church in Rome of France, famous for the three paintings by Caravaggio dedicated to San Matteo and for the frescoes by Domenichino.
After three centuries, the wooden planks that covered the Scala Sancta in the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran have been removed, unveiling the Holy Stairs that Jesus climbed.
San Pietro in Vincoli: a Church located in the neighbourhood of Monti in Rome
When visiting Rome for only a few days, adding the Vatican to the schedule can seem a bit daunting. Yet, there is a way to manage your time. Here’s how to navigate the Vatican in one day (or less).
Rome has some of the most astonishing frescos in the world, ranging from ancient roman villa interiors, to eighteenth century wall tapestries.
The Church of San Pietro in Montorio and the Donato Bramante’s little temple.
A Must See in Rome: Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars (Museo e Cripta dei Frati Cappuccini) e the Church of Our Lady of the Conception of the Capuchins (Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini)
Located behind the hidden walls of Palazzo alla Sapienza, this Baroque marvel is very hard to spot from the outside.
This church, serving the Portuguese community since 1445, may be small but it’s the epitome of opulence.
Built in 1605, the Church of Santa Maria della Vittoria is known for the masterpiece of Gian Lorenzo Bernini in the Cornaro Chapel, the Ecstasy of Saint Teresa.
Discover the twenty never-before-seen rooms, of the Papal Palace of Castel Gandolfo, now open as a museum for locals and tourists.
The Basilica of St. Clemente is an unparalleled experience here in Rome, especially if you are on the hunt for that unique site not everybody…