Santa Maria in Macello Martyrum

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Santa Maria in Macello Martyrum, Medieval church in Rione Monti, Rome, Italy

Santa Maria in Macello Martyrum stood near the ancient Temple of Minerva, recognized by two remaining columns in the surrounding area.

The church, established in 1145, received relics of Saint Mark the Evangelist from Pope Eugene III during its consecration ceremony.

In 1517, Pope Leo X entrusted the church to the weavers' guild, who dedicated an altar to their patron saint, Saint Agatha.

The church location is marked by coordinates 41.893558 latitude and 12.486872 longitude in the heart of Rome.

The name Macello Martyrum refers to a market area where Christians faced judgment during religious persecutions in ancient times.

Location: Rome

Inception: 1145

GPS coordinates: 41.89356,12.48687

Latest update: March 3, 2025 06:00

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