Saint Jerome of the Croats, Church building and Italian national heritage in Campus Martius, Rome, Italy
Description
Saint Jerome of the Croats church sits on Via Tomacelli and displays a late Renaissance facade built with travertine stone and papal symbols. Inside, the space features frescoes by Giovanni Guerra and additional artworks that define its artistic character.
History
Pope Nicholas V granted the site in 1453 to people displaced from Ottoman-controlled regions, who then built a new church there. The place subsequently became an important refuge for Croatian communities seeking to escape hardship.
Culture
The church carries the name of Saint Jerome and served for centuries as a place where Croatian believers honored their homeland. Today it remains a spiritual center for the Croatian community in Rome and shapes their religious life in the city.
Practical
The place operates as part of the Pontifical Croatian College and visits generally require advance arrangement. It is wise to contact the College beforehand to confirm opening times and access conditions.
Did you know?
The church houses an uncommon artistic collection specifically shaped by Paolo Guidotti and Pietro Gagliardi. These works reflect the importance Rome placed on the Croatian community's presence.
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