The basilica, built under Constantine the Great on the site of the tomb of the Apostle Paul, stood until 1823, when it was badly damaged by fire. Only in 1854 it was re-consecrated. Among the few surviving fragments of the burnt basilica is the cl... read more
The Church of Santa Maria in Trastevere was founded as early as the 3rd century by St Callixtus and completed under Pope Julius I. Over the centuries, despite numerous restorations, it has remained largely unchanged in its original appearance. It... read more
This magnificent monument of monumental architecture from the reign of Emperor Trajan was created by his architect Apollodorus of Damascus. The forum was erected in 106-113 A.D. on state subsidies raised by the victorious war with the Dacians, whi... read more
At the end of the Republican period, the Roman Forum no longer met the demands of the social and political life of the city. The Forum was renewed, basilicas were built and buildings where trials were held. The emperors constantly renewed old buil... read more
