BASILICA DI
SANTA MARIA IN TRASTEVERE
Nestled in a
quiet corner of Trastevere's focal square, this is said to be the oldest church
dedicated to the Virgin Mary in Rome.
In its original form, it dates from the
early 3rd century, but a major 12th-century makeover saw the addition of a
Romanesque bell tower and a glittering facade.
The portico came later, added by
Carlo Fontana in 1702. Inside, the 12th-century mosaics are the headline
feature.
--Lonely Planet
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