Meridian Line of the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and the Martyrs
Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri
Installed in an act of one-upsmanship, the annual sundial in this church is also a symbolic victory for the Gregorian calendar.

šŸ“œ Historic meridian sundial located within a grand Roman basilica.
šŸ” Commissioned in the 16th century, it accurately tracks time and seasons, built on ancient Roman bath remains.

Why Go

ā˜€ļø Witness the sun align perfectly at exact noon
šŸ›ļø Explore Michelangelo's final grand architectural project
šŸ”¬ Discover a unique blend of faith, art, and science
ā³ Experience a working 18th-century meridian clock

Tips

ā° Visit at noon to see the sun spot on the line and determine the time of year.

Hours

šŸ•’ Daily for sun alignment at noon.

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