San Giovanni in Oleo, Renaissance chapel near San Giovanni a Porta Latina, Rome, Italy.
The octagonal chapel stands with ornate friezes and a decorative finial, featuring frescoes that depict religious scenes within its walls.
Built in 1509, the chapel marks the location where Saint John the Apostle survived immersion in boiling oil during Emperor Domitian's persecution in 92 AD.
The frescoes painted by Lazzaro Baldi in 1716 illustrate the attempted execution of Saint John, representing significant religious art from the period.
The chapel maintains regular visiting hours and requires modest dress code, while guided tours provide detailed information about its architectural features.
The French prelate Benoît Adam's coat of arms adorns the door with the motto 'Au plaisir de Dieu' marking this Renaissance structure.
Location: Rome
Inception: 5 century
Architects: Donato Bustamante
Architectural style: Renaissance architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.87661,12.50214
Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:34
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