Sant'Elena Church, Renaissance Revival church on Via Casilina, Rome, Italy.
Description
Sant'Elena Church is a church building featuring Renaissance Revival architecture located on Via Casilina in Rome. The structure displays symmetrical proportions with classical architectural details typical of this style.
History
The building was completed in 1914 and consecrated in 1916 to commemorate 16 centuries since the Edict of Milan legitimized Christianity in 313. This timing shows how the project was linked to marking this religious milestone.
Culture
The church is dedicated to Saint Helena, mother of Emperor Constantine I, and this connection shapes how the space feels and how people visit it today.
Practical
The church sits on Via Casilina in Rome and is easy to reach by public transportation. Visitors can find stops nearby that provide straightforward access to the location.
Did you know?
A travertine cross adorns the building in memory of vicar Raffaele Melis, who died in 1943 while helping people during a World War II bombing. This marker preserves the memory of this selfless act from a difficult period.
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