The Pantheon is a second century roman temple. In 609 CE it became a Catholic church. The Pantheon was built on the site of an earlier temple, commissioned by Augustus. 2000 years after it was built, the Pantheon is still the largest unreinforced concrete dome, with a central opening to the sky. The height and diameter are exactly the same – 142 feet (43 meters). It is one of the best preserved of all ancient Roman ruins. And in my mind, one of the most impressive and beautiful buildings I have ever seen.
High Alter - masses are still held in the Pantheon
The tomb of Rafael
St. Joseph and the Holy Child
Chapel of the Annunciation
Chapel of the Crucifixion
Basilica di Santa Maria sopra Minerva
The only gothic-style church in Rome, construction began in the year 1280, and completed in 1453.
Great Synagogue of Rome
Jewish Ghetto delicacy: cherry and ricotta pie
Dinner at Pecorino (my best meal in Rome)
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