Santa Maria Consolatrice al Tiburtino, Catholic church in Tiburtino district, Rome, Italy.
Santa Maria Consolatrice al Tiburtino is a Catholic church built with a basilica layout featuring three naves and columns decorated with faux red marble. The gilded capitals and interior proportions follow classical Roman ecclesiastical design principles.
Construction began in 1942 and the building sustained significant bombing damage between 1943 and 1944 during World War II. The church was consecrated on July 14, 1945, marking its completion after postwar restoration.
The apse features a large mosaic by Sergio Selva from 1964 showing Mary surrounded by saints and representations of Nazareth and Jerusalem. This artwork reflects the spiritual connection between Rome and the holy lands that shaped the church's artistic vision.
The church holds regular Mass services and confession times, serving the local community in the Tiburtino neighborhood. Visitors should check opening hours and dress respectfully when attending services or exploring the interior.
Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, who later became Pope Benedict XVI, held the position of titular cardinal for this church and returned to visit in December 2005 shortly after his election. This connection links the parish church to one of the papacy's most notable modern figures.
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