Rome - San Giovanni a Porta Latina

The early Romanesque church of San Giovanni a Porta Latina lies hidden behind the ancient city walls of Rome in Via di Porta Latina.

The basilica of "St John at the Latin Gate", was founded in the fifth century, rebuilt about 720 and restored in 1191 during the reign of Pope Celestine III. It is in the familiar form of the Roman basilica, with a portico supported by columns and a tall campanile of classical type. The church contains an important cycle of early 13th century frescoes depicting 46 Old and New Testament scenes which are among the finest medieval frescoes in Rome.