Lateran  Baptistery​

Latest update: 26 February 2022
The Lateran Baptistery or Battistero Lateranense di San Giovanni in Fonte, forms part of the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran complex in Rome city centre. Originally founded in 440 AD by Pope Sixtus III, it is still used to this day for baptismal ceremonies. 

The octagonal structure of the Baptistery has a lavishly decorated interior with fresco cycles depicting Constantine the Great. 
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City: Rome

Province: ​Metropolitan City of Rome

Region: ​Lazio

Founded: 440 AD

Architectural style: Paleochristian

Nearest Metro: San Giovanni - Line A & Line C - 600 m - 9 mins ​
Close by: Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, Arch of Constantine
​​​Recommended accommodation: Hotel Artemide
UNESCO World Heritage Site

Historic Centre of Rome, the Properties of the Holy See in the City Enjoying Extraterritorial Rights and San Paolo Fuori le Mura

​Year: 1980

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