Basilica of Saints John and Paul on the Caelian Hill
Basilica of Saints John and Paul on the Caelian Hill, Minor basilica in Celio district, Rome, Italy
The basilica stands atop Caelian Hill near an irregular square, featuring a Romanesque facade with a bell tower built upon Emperor Claudius temple remains.
The basilical structure, erected in 398 on the residence of martyrs John and Paul, underwent modifications after destructions by Visigoths, earthquakes, and Norman raids.
The three-nave interior contains a sixteenth-century coffered ceiling and the main apse displays Pomarancio's fresco depicting Christ the Redeemer with Heavenly Host.
The basilica functions as the General House of the Passionists congregation, preserving Saint Paul of the Cross remains and maintaining their general archives.
Twenty decorated rooms from Roman buildings dating between first and fourth centuries lie beneath the basilica, forming an underground residential complex.
Location: Rome
Inception: 1951
Architectural style: Early Christian architecture, Romanesque architecture, baroque architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Address: Piazza dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo - Roma
Opening Hours: 08:30-12:45,14:00-17:00
Website: https://basilicassgiovanniepaolo.it
GPS coordinates: 41.88627,12.49266
Latest update: May 27, 2025 14:04
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