10 holiest Christian sites to visit in Rome

Apr 13, 2025 100

BY: Elisa Verrazzo

Rome, the Eternal City, is not only famous for its ancient history and powerful emperors, with 27 centuries of uninterrupted history, but it is also the center of Christianity for over a billion believers worldwide. This means that traveling to Rome is not only an unforgettable journey, but for many visitors, it is a pilgrimage to discover some of the holiest places linked with the origins of Christianity.

According to tradition, the apostles Saint Paul and Saint Peter died in Rome, and Jesus also appeared in the city during the reign of Emperor Nero. Let's find out together the most important Christian sites in Rome, the holiest to visit during a trip to the Eternal City.

Read more

SOURCE: https://www.visititaly.eu

You may be interested