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I wasn't sure what to expect as we entered this church but WOW! I wish I had taken the time beforehand to read up what we were looking at. The gold ceiling was insane, we just had to sit for a while and gaze up...More
Do not miss the Holy Door.Very impressive interior.visited the museum(for a fee).The shop has excellent selections.
I attended Mass here on the Feast of Corpus Christi. The most beautiful mass I have ever attended. It was like the royal wedding without horses! The pageantry was unbelievably beautiful. The bassilica itself is woundrous. It contains a relic of the manger which is...More
Beautiful art of all kinds and well worth the visit. I suggest booking a "skip-the-lines" tour as the crowds can be overwhelming.
A beautiful basilica not far from termini, maybe a two minute walk. As with any church in Rome, it is best to visit in the morning when it is quiet. Plenty to see inside from art to architecture to tombs. If you’re a Catholic and...More
This place is best viewed early on or late on, it is open I believe 7-7 so get there early. There are soldiers on guard 24/7 outside with incredibly large weaponry, so behave yourself. Once inside, marvel in the exquisite basilica and beautiful architecture. Well...More
Be sure to read the history of this basilica before visiting it. It is on my must see list for Rome.
I felt like a yokel in the big city for the first time. My mouth was hanging open for hours. It is so magnificent that you can't even describe it. You can't take it all in. We took the Metro to Termini and got off...More
From the ancient mosaics to the relics to one of the oldest icons of the Blessed Virgin Mary to the Museum to the second-floor tour, this marvel of Christian architecture is a haven for those who seek the intercession of Mary the Theotokos. Must-see if...More
A lot of gold leaf finishes on the ceiling. Many unique vinettes. An active church. Easy access and free admission.
