San Giovanni a Porta Latina

The church features three naves divided by marble columns, leading to a half-hexagonal apse with honey-colored onyx windows.

Founded in 401 AD, the church received substantial modifications by Pope Adrian I in the 8th century, including the addition of a bell tower.

The medieval frescoes above the main altar contain 50 biblical scenes created by multiple artists under one master's direction.

The building maintains regular opening hours for visitors who can examine the Cosmatesque mosaic pavement with its geometric patterns in red and green porphyry.

The entrance displays an 8th-century well-head and reused classical columns of different marble types supporting the portico.

Location: Rome

Inception: 5 century

Architectural style: Romanesque art

Address: via S. Giovanni a Porta Latina - Roma

Website: https://sangiovanniportalatina.it

GPS coordinates: 41.87690,12.50167

Latest update: May 12, 2025 23:45