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Basilica of San Clemente

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#24 of 2,011 things to do in Rome
Sights & Landmarks, Churches & Cathedrals
Via Labicana 95, 00184 Rome, Italy
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Constructed between 1110 and 1130, this church of San Clemente is not one, but three churches built one above the other, with ruins dating from the earliest Christian times.
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Basilique San Clemente / Rome
A fine medieval Basilica with some fine mosaics and very nice frescos from the fifteenth century; there is the tomb of Pope Clementin I and the church is dedicated to him; The basilic has thee very different eras, there was also a Roman house with a labyrinthine set of rooms.
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Date of experience: January 2020
Historical masterpiece
This basilica was recommended in our guidebook and was quite impressive. The basilica itself is smaller than many of the churches in Rome but it is beautifully decorated. What makes this such an impressive site are the layers of historical excavation beneath the main basilica.…
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Date of experience: October 2019
Truly incredible
It is incredible that we have the opportunity to experience three different period of religion in one location. It's amazing how this treasure has been able to be preserved.
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Date of experience: October 2019
Underground experience
From outside a small church, but below it are 3-4 levels of accessible underground breathing with history, on lowest level with spring water used at the beginning of The Era in Roman house.
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Date of experience: December 2019
From Pagan to Christian all in one soace
This church has a pagan church in the base - discovered by accident. It’s worth a visit to get some perspective on religion and Rome. Read up first so you go prepared for what you will see - and take a torch to get a better light on the wall frescoes - no cameras allowed - a…
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Date of experience: November 2019
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