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The church Sant Ignazio is dedicated to St Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus. It was built between 1626 and 1650 by Orazio Grassi S.J., funded by Ludovici Cardinal Ludovisi, a nephew of Pope Gregory XV.
The rich Baroque style building is famous for two perspective ceiling paintings by Fr. Andrea Pozzo S.J.: the "Glory of Ignatius" in the nave and the false dome in the nave, which is actually canvas that is 17 metres wide. The best spot to appreciate the effect is marked on the floor.
Location: 8/a Via del Caravita / Piazza di Sant'Ignazio Leave a Comment
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The church at the Via Nationale was built in 1873. It's extraordinary decoration was designed by the two important English Pre-Raphaelite artists Sir Edward Burne-Jones (!) and William Morris (!) as well as by George Breck.
TIP: The services are in English since St. Paul's Within the Walls is a member of the European Convocation of American Episcopal Churches of the Anglican Communion. Leave a Comment
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The importance of the church for Baroque ecclesiastical Catholic architecture must be highlighted especially in the light of the idea of the contra reformation. The mother church of the Jesuits order gives impressive evidence of the splendour of the rich Baroque style.
The edifice was started in 1568 by Giacomo Vignola. After his death in 1573 Giacomo della Porta finished the interiour as well as the facade. In 1584 it was consecrated.
Noticeable is the altar by Andrea Pozzo (1696-1700) with the tomb of Ignazio di Loyola, the founder of the Jesuit order. Leave a Comment
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This attractive church is a few minutes walk from the Colosseum, up Via di San Giovanni in Laterano. The basilica is airy, with an attractive cloister. A gorgeous mosaic in the apse is rich and colourful, with charming animal details. But the best attraction lies underground. In the Basilica di San Clemente, three levels of history are preserved one above the other. Below the present church, which was begun in 1108 and reconstructed six centuries later, lies an older church. This is an extremely ancient place of worship, and was mentioned by St Jerome in 392. It was destroyed by the Normans, and the later church was built above it, but you can still walk around the earlier structure and admire some remarkable frescoes. These include a fine account of the life of St. Alexis - read the entertaining text provided.
The deepest level consists of ancient Roman constructions, including a narrow alleyway and an assortment of small rooms including an early Christian meeting place. The most interesting section is the Mithraeum, with its characteristic stone benches and Mithraic altar, and a Mithraic 'schoolroom'.
Tip: the small shop/ticket office sells a very good range of postcards, including details of the mosaic which make good gifts and Christmas cards. Entrance to the subterranean archeological site is €3.
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This great church, one of Rome's four major basilicas, was built by Pope Liberius in A.D. 358 and was rebuilt by Pope Sixtus III from 432 to 440. Its 14th-century campanile is the city's loftiest. Much doctored in the 18th century, the church's facade isn't an accurate reflection of the treasures inside. Restoration of the 1,600-year-old church is scheduled for completion in 2000. The basilica is especially noted for the 5th-century Roman mosaics in its nave, as well as for its coffered ceiling, said to have been gilded with gold brought from the New World. In the 16th century, Domenico Fontana built a now-restored "Sistine Chapel." In the following century, Flaminio Ponzo designed the Pauline (Borghese) Chapel in the baroque style. The church also contains the tomb of Bernini, Italy's most important baroque sculptor/architect. Ironically, the man who changed the face of Rome with his elaborate fountains is buried in a tomb so simple that it takes a sleuth to track it down (to the right near the altar). Leave a Comment Other Contact: Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore
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Going across the river from the Isola Tiberina you end up in a little place of Trastevere neighborhood called piazza in Piscinula. A visit to the piazza church - San Benedetto in Piscinula - is worth a detour. there you will find the place where St. Benedict lived before going to Subiaco. The church itself is medieval and basically everything is orginal. You will find there the smallest bell tower and the oldest bell of Rome. The chuch is taking care of by the Heralds of the Gospel, a new religious community. When visiting, if you have any questions, they can answer you in English, French Italian, Spanish, Portuguese. They know their history, do not hesitate to ask since you won't find out much if you don't read italian...
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Madonna dell'Archetto(Chapel) - Our Lady of the small Arch
Via di San Marcello, corner Via dell'Archetto
(Trevi Fountain area)
Openings times:
Mon-Sat. 6pm-8pm recital of the rosary
Sunday mass at 7pm Leave a Comment
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Church of Santa Maria in Campo Marzio
Via di Campo Marzio 45/a
(not far from the Pantheon)
Eastern Catholic Church with syriac rites obedient to the Pope. Sunday Mass (10.30am) is celebrated in Aramaic.
The church is not open to the public but stays open for little time after Mass. Leave a Comment
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I know this may sound weird, but to me it is very relaxing to walk in the silent graveyeards and cemetaries, and wonder the beautiful different crosses, stones, statues, flowers, other plantings, and just to enjoy the total silence.
Often cemetaries are the most beatiful "parks" of many cities (Pere Lachaise in Paris for example, where you can see the graves of many celebrities and famous old time poets, writers, thinkers like Voltaire too).
This one is a protestant cemetary. There are lots of cats in the neighbourhood; they are said to be the "Guardians of the departed". There is a donation box for donations to cover the costs of taking care of and feeding the cats. A lady is there daily to feed the cats.
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The oratory was established 1544–1547 by the Archconfraternity of Gonfalone, who aided pilgrims and served at hospitals. The Oratory has been restored between 1998 and 2002.
A cycle of paintings from 1572–1575 depicts scenes from the Passion of Christ. This is one of the best examples of Roman Mannerism.
It is not open to the public but there are often classic music concerts performed here.
Private visits are available on request.
Oratorio del Gonfalone
Via del Gonfalone 32/A (Near Via Giulia) Leave a Comment
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