Catacomb of Callixtus, Ancient Christian burial site on Via Appia, Rome, Italy
The underground cemetery extends through five levels, containing twenty kilometers of tunnels with numerous burial chambers decorated with religious frescoes and inscriptions.
The cemetery operated as the official burial ground of the Roman Church in the 3rd century AD, managed by Deacon Callixtus under Pope Zephyrinus.
The Crypt of the Popes inside the catacomb holds the remains of nine early Roman pontiffs, featuring original Greek inscriptions and religious artwork.
Visitors need to make online reservations, follow guided tours conducted by Salesians of Don Bosco, and respect the opening hours from 9:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 17:00.
The complex contains the burial location of approximately five hundred thousand Christians, including sixteen popes and numerous martyrs from early Christianity.
Location: Rome
Inception: 2 century
Architectural style: early Christian art and architecture
Part of: Catacombs of Rome
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-12:00,14:00-17:00; Wednesday off; February off
Phone: +39065130151
Email: info@catacombesancallisto.it
Website: https://catacombesancallisto.it
GPS coordinates: 41.85888,12.51106
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:53
European crypts and catacombs form a network of underground burial chambers beneath urban streets. These spaces house tombs, skeletal remains, and religious monuments from different historical periods. The chambers contain frescoes, mosaics, stone carvings and architectural elements that combine Roman, Egyptian and Christian designs. The structures reveal burial customs and religious practices from the 1st through 19th centuries.
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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