Arcibasilica Papale Romana Maggiore di San Giovanni in Laterano

Arcade on front of Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano, 1732 Statue of Emperor Constantine in the portico of San Giovanni in Laterano. The bronze doors were originally used at the Roman Senate House, the Curia Julia, in the Roman Forum. The basilica is believed to be the oldest church in Europe. It was founded in the 4th century, and dedicated to St. John the Baptist, and John the Evangelist. Jacopo Torriti apse mosaic, 1291, rennovated by Borromini, 1886 Statues of the Apostles View my photos of mosaics in Rome here View my photos of mosaics around the world here View my photos of Italy here All photos are copyright protected property of  Brenda Pokorny unless otherwise noted. If you would like permission for use, please contact me.