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 |
Recommended accommodation: Hotel Artemide
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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
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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