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English: Saint Paul (Rome) - Facade
Front of the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls - Roma - Italy. Italiano: Facciata della Basilica di San Paolo fuori le Mura a Roma.
Deutsch: Rom, Sankt Paul vor den Mauern (San Paolo fuori le mura), Kreuzgang des KlostersEnglish: Rome, Saint Paul Outside the Walls, cloister
English: Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls
English: St. Pauls Outside the Walls, Rome, Italy
Deutsch: Rom, Sankt Paul vor den Mauern (San Paolo fuori le mura), Heilige PforteItaliano: Roma, San Paolo fuori le mura, Porta SantaEnglish: Rome, Saint Paul Outside the Walls (San Paolo fuori le mura), Holy Door
Apse mosaic of the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls (1220) - Roma - Italy. The apse mosaic was made by Venetian artists. Christ is flanked by the Apostles Peter, Paul, Andrew and Luke. The small figure near Christ's feet is Pope Honorius III, who ordered the mosaic. Pope Honorius III (1148 – 1227), born Cencio Savelli, was Pope from 1216 to 1227.
Portrait of Honorius III - Detail of the apse mosaic of the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls (1220) - Roma - Italy Pope Honorius III ordered the mosaic and, following the Roman Catholic tradition, is represented near Christ's feet. Pope Honorius III (1148 – 1227), born Cencio Savelli, was Pope from 1216 to 1227. [1]

Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls

Rome, Italy

St Paul Outside the Walls, also called the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, stands on the outskirts of Rome. Surrounded by a mostly modern and unremarkable neighborhood, the basilica offers a striking contrast with its grand architecture and deep history.

The Story Behind the Basilica

This enormous basilica is not the original structure. The ancient basilica, one of Rome's earliest Christian sites, suffered a devastating fire in 1823. What visitors see today is a careful and faithful reconstruction, completed in 1854. Despite the destruction, dedicated efforts saved several parts of the old interior. These rescued pieces have been painstakingly restored, allowing a glimpse into the artistry and devotion of earlier centuries.

Highlights for Visitors

Afternoon tends to be a quieter time to explore, as large tourist groups are less common later in the day. One of the most enchanting areas is the medieval cloister, which managed to survive the fire. Its peaceful atmosphere and historic details stand as a reminder of the basilica’s long past.

Source - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basilica_of_Saint_Paul_Outside_the_Walls
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