📜 Stately church in Rome, built in layers over centuries, revealing history from the 1st to 12th centuries. It features a 12th-century basilica, a 4th-century basilica, and a 1st-century Roman villa with a Mithraic temple underneath.
🔍 The basilica is home to early Medieval wall paintings and unique 11th-century frescoes, including the notable Sisinnius Fresco, which features rare early Italian vernacular dialogue alongside Latin, depicting a humorous miracle.
🏛️ Explore multiple historical layers, including a Roman villa and Mithraic temple.
🎨 See early Medieval wall paintings and unique 11th-century frescoes, notably the Sisinnius Fresco with its rare early Italian vernacular dialogue, offering insights into medieval language and customs.
♿ Excavations not wheelchair accessible.
📸 Photography and filming prohibited.
🚫 No bulky objects, food, or drinks allowed.
💰 Upper basilica free. Excavations: Adults €10, students/school groups €5, disabled/children (with parents) free.
🕒 Mon-Sat 9:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00; Sun 12:15-18:00.
🚏 Bus lines: 85, 87, 850.
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