Sant'Agata in Trastevere, Catholic church in Trastevere district, Rome, Italy
Sant'Agata in Trastevere is a Catholic church with a single nave and three side chapels on each side. The floor features white and gray marble slabs, while the ceiling displays painted frescoes and the walls hold several paintings.
The building started as a residence belonging to the family of Pope Gregory II, converted into a church during his papacy in the early 700s. The structure received baroque details that were added centuries later.
The name honors Saint Agatha, whose veneration is evident throughout the interior. This dedication appears in the artworks and decorative elements that fill the space.
The church stands at Largo San Giovanni de Matha 91, adjacent to the Basilica of San Crisogono in the Trastevere neighborhood. Visitors should know the area features narrow streets and a quiet, residential feel.
The church houses a 16th-century Flemish bell named Agostino topped by an elegant baroque bell gable. This ancient bell represents a rare example of northern European craftsmanship preserved in the city.
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