Basilica of San Clemente
Basilica di San Clemente al Laterano
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A nesting doll of churches, revealing layers of history from the 1st to 12th centuries.

📜 Stately church in Rome, built in layers over centuries.
🔍 Features a 12th-century basilica, a 4th-century basilica, and a 1st-century Roman villa with a Mithraic temple underneath.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore multiple historical layers, including a Roman villa and Mithraic temple
🎨 See early Medieval wall paintings and unique 11th-century frescoes
🗣️ Witness a rare fresco with early vernacular Italian dialogue
🚶‍♂️ Easily accessible by metro or bus near the Colosseum

Why Avoid

♿ Excavations not wheelchair accessible
📸 Photography and filming prohibited
🚫 No bulky objects, food, or drinks allowed

Cost

💰 Excavations: Adults €10, students/school groups €5, disabled/children (with parents) free.

Hours

🕒 Upper basilica free. Excavations: Mon-Sat 9:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00; Sun 12:15-18:00.

Last updated 10 days ago

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