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Basilica di San Clemente

Via Labicana 95 | Via San Giovanni in Laterano Piazza San Clemente, 00184 Rome, Italy
06 7740 021
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Ranked #7 of 534 attractions in Rome
Type: Religious Sites, Historic Sites, Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Ancient Ruins, Churches/ Cathedrals
Owner description: Constructed between 1110 and 1130, this church of San Clemente is not one, but three churches built one above the other, with ruins dating from the... more » Owner description: Constructed between 1110 and 1130, this church of San Clemente is not one, but three churches built one above the other, with ruins dating from the earliest Christian times. « less
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Maine
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Can't take photos, but this is an absolutely remarkable church with an incredible history. Gorgeous mosaics.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

We wanted to see some of the more outlying churches in Rome, other than St. Peter's, Gesu, etc., and this church fit the bill perfectly. Huge, great chapels, and an amazing colection of ceramic art. Well worth the hike up the hill t see it.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

An amazing find! Stunning mosaics and absolutely brilliant archaeology. Not particularly easy to find but well worth searching it out.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

I am from Rome, and every time I bring some friends in San Clemente it's always a fantastic experience. Beside the beautiful basilica, what is amazing is the the underground part of the basilica, going down to 14 meters below the level of the street, with Roman constructions of the 1st-2nd century AD. In the underground basilica, there is also... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Amazing, intriguing , everything that's already been said WEAR COMFORTABLE SHOES OR STURDY SANDALS as the ground is.Uneven and its dark See also my review for a good and well priced menu not far away One of Romes not to be missed attractions. In my opinion

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Paphos, Cyprus
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

just a couple blocks from the Lancelot, you will find this unassuming church with deep history and a large and interesting underground area filled with ancient frescos and markings. A good treat to explore for kids and adults.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

This Church is so so unassuming from outside and yet has so many layers (literally)! We loved this beautiful church, the undergrounds - very close to the Colosseum in fact. A must visit!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Seems like a little ordinary Roman church. But for a small fee (5 euros), you can take a self guided tour of the old church that was underground. Hopefully next time I can have a guided tour.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

We'd set out to do all of the usual vists on a short trip to Rome and whilst looking at things teenager's might like I came across this site. Its off the beaten path but worth the 5 minute walk from the Coloseum. The church itself is lovely but in effect is just one of many in Rome however if... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

We were told about the Basilica di San Clemente through other tourist we met during a tour around the Colosseum. It was an unexpected stop, but totally worth it!

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