Christian Rome: Origins & Underground
3 h
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This itinerary will give you the opportunity to discover the evolution of the Christian religion in Rome. Explore the Basilica of St. Clemente built on the top of ancient Roman buildings. Descend into this underground discovering the old Romans world.
With its spectacular mosaics and frescoes, you’ll be fascinated by this place. Continue your visit to St. John Lateran, the oldest of the four papal major basilicas, with its famous Lateran Baptistery where, according to a legend, Constantine was baptized.
The tour will end with the Holy Stairs. According to Roman Catholic tradition, the steps leading up to the praetorium of Pontius Pilate in Jerusalem on which Jesus Christ stepped on his way to trial.
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With its spectacular mosaics and frescoes, you’ll be fascinated by this place. Continue your visit to St. John Lateran, the oldest of the four papal major basilicas, with its famous Lateran Baptistery where, according to a legend, Constantine was baptized.
The tour will end with the Holy Stairs. According to Roman Catholic tradition, the steps leading up to the praetorium of Pontius Pilate in Jerusalem on which Jesus Christ stepped on his way to trial.
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Tourism
85%
Cultural
55%
Original
50%
Adrenaline
20%
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