Rome: Sacred and Religious Sites
Places and attractions in the Sacred and religious sites category
Categories
- Church
- Baroque architecture
- Historical place
- Museum
- Palace
- Sacred and religious sites
- Vernacular architecture
- Architecture
- Street
- Art museum
- Ancient Roman architecture
- Ruins
- Fountain
- Park
- Monuments and statues
- History museum
- Square
- Bridge
- Temple
- Renaissance architecture
- Neighbourhood
- City gate
- Romanesque architecture
- Specialty museum
- Arch
- Theater
- Cemetery
- Catacombs
- Archaeological site
- Historic walking areas
- Concerts and shows
- Sport
- Sport venue
- Giacomo della Porta
- Hill
- Gianlorenzo Bernini
- Art gallery
- Tomb
- Francesco Borromini
- Shopping
- Natural attraction
- Archaeological museum
- Martino Longhi il Vecchio
- Unesco
- Carlo Maderno
- Library
- Carlo Rainaldi
- Spiritual
- Opera
- Arenas and stadiums
- Aqueduct
- Nature
- Modern art museum
- Mausoleum
- Obelisk
- Giovanni Battista Soria
- Giovanni Antonio De Rossi
- Tower
- Forts and castles
- Music venue
- Garden
- Golf
- Hotel
- Gothic Revival architecture
- Nightlife
- Baths
- Amusement park
- Memorial
- Shopping centre
Vatican Museums
The Vatican Museums, nestled within the heart of Vatican City in Rome, Italy, are a treasure trove of art and history, revered as one of the most significant cultural institutions in the world. Founded by Pope Julius II in the early 16th century, the museums are a...
Santa Maria Maggiore
5th-century church with a gilded ceiling The Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore is one of Rome's four major basilicas and a revered jewel of antiquity, standing proudly with its breathtaking beauty and historical significance. Nestled in the heart of the Eternal City, this church is not only a place of worship...
Sistine Chapel
Michelangelo's iconic painted ceiling The Sistine Chapel, nestled within the Vatican City in Rome, stands as a monumental testament to Renaissance art and religious reverence. This sacred site, consecrated in 1483, is renowned for its exquisite frescoes that adorn the interior, most notably the ceiling...
Santa Maria sopra Minerva
Ornate and lavish Gothic-style church Nestled in the heart of Rome, just a stone's throw from the Pantheon, lies the lesser-known but equally fascinating Santa Maria sopra Minerva. This church, a hidden gem amidst Rome's bustling streets, is a sanctuary of tranquility and a treasure trove of art...
San Pietro in Vincoli
Church housing Michelangelo's Moses San Pietro in Vincoli, or Saint Peter in Chains, is an ancient basilica located in Rome, Italy, known for its remarkable artistic treasures and historical significance. The church, dating back to the 5th century, is named after the relic of the chains that allegedly...
Temple of Vespasian and Titus
Nestled among the ruins of the Roman Forum stands the Temple of Vespasian and Titus, a monument steeped in ancient history and architectural wonder. This Roman temple was constructed in the 1st century AD to honor the Flavian dynasty's emperors, Vespasian, and his son...
Santa Maria del Popolo
Augustinian church with major artworks Nestled in the heart of Rome's bustling Piazza del Popolo lies the historic Santa Maria del Popolo, a quintessential example of Italian Renaissance architecture and art. This revered church, with its origins tracing back to 1099, stands as a testament to Rome's rich...
Basilica of Santa Maria in Ara Coeli
Perched atop the Capitoline Hill, the Basilica of Santa Maria in Ara Coeli stands as a serene testament to Rome's layered history. This beautiful church, which dates back to the 12th century, is not only a place of worship but also a treasure trove of art and history...
San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane
Nestled in the heart of Rome, the San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane, also known as San Carlino due to its intimate size, is a masterpiece of Baroque architecture that captures the essence of 17th-century artistry. This Catholic church, designed by the architect Francesco...
Tomb of Caecilia Metella
Steeped in the rich tapestry of Roman history, the Tomb of Caecilia Metella stands as a venerable monument along the ancient Appian Way in Rome, Italy. This mausoleum is a testament to the grandeur of Roman architecture and the prominence of the noble families that...
Santa Prassede
Nestled in the heart of Rome, a stone's throw away from the bustling streets and the grandeur of the Colosseum, lies the Basilica of Santa Prassede. This ancient church, though less known than some of its Roman counterparts, offers a tranquil haven steeped in history...
Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri
16th-century church with lavish interior Nestled in the heart of Rome, Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri is a unique basilica that captivates visitors with its blend of ancient history and Renaissance design. This ecclesiastical marvel, situated in the bustling Piazza della Repubblica, is built within...
Santa Sabina
Nestled atop the Aventine Hill in Rome, Santa Sabina stands as a testament to the city's rich ecclesiastical heritage. This titular church, known for its remarkable preservation, offers visitors a glimpse into the early Christian era of architecture.
Scala Santa
Ancient holy steps within a sanctuary Nestled in the heart of Rome, the Scala Santa, or Holy Stairs, is a sanctuary of profound religious significance and a magnet for pilgrims and tourists alike. According to tradition, these are the steps that Jesus ascended during his Passion, on his way to face trial...
Temple of Hercules Victor
Nestled within the bustling heart of Rome, the Temple of Hercules Victor stands as a lesser-known yet captivating testament to the city's ancient architectural prowess. This Roman temple, located in the Forum Boarium near the Tiber River, offers visitors a glimpse into...
Santa Cecilia in Trastevere
Nestled within the charming district of Trastevere in Rome, Italy, the Basilica of Santa Cecilia stands as a testament to the city’s rich religious history and architectural grandeur. A titular church with origins dating back to the 5th century, it is dedicated to St.
Santa Maria della Pace
Santa Maria della Pace is a church in Rome, central Italy, not far from Piazza Navona. The building lies in rione Ponte.
Temple of Portunus
The Temple of Portunus or Temple of Fortuna Virilis is a Roman temple in Rome, Italy, one of the best preserved of all Roman temples.
Palazzo della Cancelleria
The Palazzo della Cancelleria is a Renaissance palace in Rome, Italy, situated between the present Corso Vittorio Emanuele II and the Campo de' Fiori, in the rione of Parione.
San Marco Evangelista al Campidoglio
San Marco is a minor basilica in Rome dedicated to St. Mark the Evangelist located in the small Piazza di San Marco adjoining Piazza Venezia. It was first built in 336 by Pope Mark, whose remains are in an urn located below the main altar. The basilica is the national church of Venice in Rome.
Chiesa del Gesù
The Church of the Gesù is the mother church of the Society of Jesus, a Catholic religious order. Officially named Chiesa del Santissimo Nome di Gesù all'Argentina, its facade is "the first truly baroque façade", introducing the baroque style into architecture.
San Bonaventura al Palatino
The Church of San Bonaventura al Palatino is a small 17th century church building in Rome built on Via Marco Colidio the Palatine Hill.
Santa Balbina
Santa Balbina is a Roman Catholic basilica church in located in the Aventine rione, adjacent to the Baths of Caracalla in Rome.
Santi Giovanni e Paolo
The Basilica of Saints John and Paul on the Caelian Hill is an ancient basilica church in Rome, located on the Caelian Hill. It was originally built in 398. It is home to the Passionists and is the burial place of St. Paul of the Cross. Additionally, it is the station church of the first Friday in Lent.
Great Synagogue of Rome
The Great Synagogue of Rome is the largest synagogue in Rome.
Sacro Cuore del Suffragio
Sacro Cuore di Gesù in Prati, also known as Sacro Cuore del Suffragio, is a catholic church in the centre of Rome, rising in the rione Prati, hosting the parish with the same name, entrusted to the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart.
Santa Costanza
Santa Costanza is a 4th-century church in Rome, Italy, on the Via Nomentana, which runs north-east out of the city. It is a round building with well preserved original layout and mosaics.
Trinità dei Monti
Renaissance church next to Spanish Steps The church of the Santissima Trinità dei Monti, often called merely the Trinità dei Monti, is a Roman Catholic late Renaissance titular church in Rome, central Italy. It is best known for its position above the Spanish Steps which lead down to the famous Piazza di Spagna. The church and its surrounding area are a French State property.
San Sebastiano fuori le mura
San Sebastiano fuori le mura, or San Sebastiano ad Catacumbas, is a Minor basilica in Rome, central Italy. Up to the Great Jubilee of 2000, San Sebastiano was one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome, and many pilgrims still favor the traditional list.
Jubilee Church
The Jubilee Church, formally known as Chiesa di Dio Padre Misericordioso, is a Catholic church and community center in Tor Tre Teste in Rome. According to Richard Meier, its architect, it is "the crown jewel of the Vicariato di Roma's Millennium project".
San Rocco
San Rocco is a church at 1 Largo San Rocco, Rome, dedicated to Saint Roch. It is next to the Mausoleum of Augustus.
Santa Croce in Gerusalemme
The Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem or Basilica di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, is a Catholic Minor basilica and titular church in rione Esquilino, Rome, Italy. It is one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome.
Santi Michele e Magno
The Church of Saints Michael and Magnus is a Roman Catholic church in Rome, Italy, dedicated to Saint Michael the Archangel and the Bishop Saint Magnus of Anagni.
Lateran Baptistery
The domed octagonal Lateran Baptistery stands somewhat apart from the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, Rome, to which it has become joined by later construction.
Santa Maria in Vallicella
Santa Maria in Vallicella, also called Chiesa Nuova, is a church in Rome, Italy, which today faces onto the main thoroughfare of the Corso Vittorio Emanuele and the corner of Via della Chiesa Nuova.
Sant'Agnese fuori le mura
The church of Saint Agnes Outside the Walls is a titulus church, minor basilica in Rome, on a site sloping down from the Via Nomentana, which runs north-east out of the city, still under its ancient name.
Santi Cosma e Damiano
The basilica of Santi Cosma e Damiano is a titular church in Rome, Italy. The lower portion of the building is accessible through the Roman Forum and incorporates original Roman buildings, but the entrance to the upper level is outside the Forum.
Santo Stefano Rotondo
The Basilica of St. Stephen in the Round on the Celian Hill is an ancient basilica and titular church in Rome, Italy.
Sant'Andrea delle Fratte
Sant'Andrea delle Fratte is a 17th-century basilica church in Rome, Italy, dedicated to St. Andrew. The Cardinal Priest of the Titulus S. Andreae Apostoli de Hortis is Ennio Antonelli.
Santa Maria in Traspontina
The Church of Santa Maria in Traspontina is a Roman Catholic titular church in Rome, run by the Carmelites. It is on the Via della Conciliazione, the primary road of the Roman Rione of Borgo.
Santa Maria in Via
Santa Maria in Via is a basilica church in Rome. The church or a chapel existed in the 9th century, but was rebuilt following reports of a miracle.
Temple of Hadrian
The Temple of Hadrian was dedicated to the deified emperor Hadrian on the Campus Martius in Rome, Italy by his adoptive son and successor Antoninus Pius in 145 C.E.
San Marcello al Corso
San Marcello al Corso, a church in Rome, Italy, is a titular church whose cardinal-protector normally holds the rank of cardinal-priest.
San Giovanni Calibita
San Giovanni Calibita is a Roman Catholic church located in the rione of Ripa on the Isola Tiberina, next to the Fatebenefratelli Hospital.
Basilica of Sant'Agostino
The Basilica of St. Augustine in Campo Marzio, commonly known as Basilica of St. Augustine and locally as Sant'Agostino, is a Roman Catholic titular minor basilica dedicated to Saint Augustine of Hippo in Rome, Italy.
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