San Pietro in Montorio
San Pietro in Montorio, Renaissance church in Trastevere, Rome, Italy.
San Pietro in Montorio is a Renaissance church in Trastevere, Rome, with a monastery complex featuring a circular courtyard surrounded by sixteen Doric columns. These columns support a dome structure that forms the heart of the courtyard.
Ferdinand and Isabella of Spain funded its construction between 1481 and 1500, replacing a 9th-century religious structure on the site. This building was part of efforts to strengthen the Spanish crown's presence in Rome.
The church displays works by Sebastiano del Piombo and frescoes by Giorgio Vasari in the side chapels, reflecting how Renaissance artists shaped this space.
You can visit from Monday to Friday between 8:30 and 12:00, then 15:00 to 16:00 with free admission to all areas. It is helpful to check opening hours beforehand as they can change around holiday periods.
The Tempietto, designed by Donato Bramante in 1502, stands where Saint Peter was reportedly crucified upside down according to tradition. This small circular building is one of the finest examples of Renaissance design and draws visitors for its mathematical proportions.
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