Santa Maria in Cosmedin, Minor basilica in Ripa district, Rome, Italy.
The basilica features a Romanesque bell tower, a portico with seven arches, and contains medieval choir enclosures with intricate floor mosaics and a bishop's chair.
The church began as a diaconia in the sixth century, serving Greek immigrants before Pope Adrian I transformed it into a basilica in the eighth century.
The church holds the skull of Saint Valentine in a glass shrine and maintains regular services for the Melkite Greek Catholic community in Rome.
The basilica opens daily from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with free entry and access by multiple bus lines including 23, 44, 81, and 95.
The church entrance houses the Bocca della Verità, an ancient marble mask that according to tradition bites off the hands of those who tell lies.
Location: Roma Capitale
Inception: 6 century
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Length: 40 m
Width: 20 m
Address: Piazza Bocca della Verità 18, 00186 Roma 00186 Roma
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:30-17:50
Phone: +39066787759
Website: http://vicariatusurbis.org/?page_id=188&ID=889
GPS coordinates: 41.88908,12.48208
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:46
Bell towers from different periods and architectural styles across Europe. These structures display regional building traditions and function as landmarks in their cities
Rome combines ancient monuments with modern city squares. The city preserves Roman Empire remains alongside Renaissance palaces and Baroque fountains. The Vatican contains major art collections and religious sites. The neighborhoods display Roman traditions and Italian culture.
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