Porta San Sebastiano, City gate on Via Appia, Rome, Italy
The travertine structure features two tall cylindrical towers connected by walls, with a central archway passage forming the entrance gateway.
Emperor Aurelian built the gate in 275 CE as part of the defensive walls, originally with double arches later modified to a single entrance.
Greek inscriptions dedicated to Saints Conon and George from the 6th century remain visible on the inner arch of the monument.
The gate houses the Museum of the Walls, which displays exhibits about the history and architecture of Rome's ancient defensive system.
Medieval carved figures show Archangel Michael defeating a dragon, commemorating a 1327 battle between Roman Ghibelline militias.
Location: Municipio I
Address: via di San Sebastiano 18 00179
Website: http://sovraintendenzaroma.it
GPS coordinates: 41.87349,12.50152
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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