Santa Maria in Trastevere

Santa Maria in Trastevere

A historic church in Rome features stunning mosaics by Pietro Cavallini, blending devotion with the vibrant life of its lively district.
Santa Maria in Trastevere is one of Rome’s oldest and most beloved churches, with origins reaching back to the early Christian period and a present form largely of the 12th century. The façade mosaic and the apse mosaics by Pietro Cavallini are among its chief attractions, bringing colour and warmth to the basilica. Set within one of Rome’s liveliest districts, it retains an atmosphere of devotion without losing contact with daily life. The church is central to the character of Trastevere.