Historic site · UNESCO
Colosseum
Rome, Italy
The vast Roman amphitheatre that has become the symbol of the Eternal City.
Church, mosque or temple · Italy · Lazio
Basilica of San Clemente
A church built over a church built over a Roman temple, like a layer cake of history.
Paid entry about 60 min
For storytellers
Why Basilica of San Clemente matters
Descend the stairs under this medieval basilica and you walk back in time. Below it lies an older church, and beneath that, Roman buildings and a temple, with the sound of running water. It's a favourite of people who like to see Rome's layers.
Talking points
- Three levels of history are stacked on top of each other.
- Underground you can hear running water.
- The upper church has beautiful golden mosaics.
- It is just a short walk from the Colosseum.
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