Santa Maria sopra Minerva

Santa Maria sopra Minerva

This Gothic church in Rome features a vibrant interior with a starry blue vault, artworks by Michelangelo, and historical ties to St Catherine of Siena.
Santa Maria sopra Minerva is one of the few Gothic churches in Rome and stands close to the Pantheon on a site once associated with classical worship. Behind its plain exterior lies an interior of notable colour and richness, with a blue vault scattered with golden stars and works by artists including Michelangelo and Filippino Lippi. It is also linked with figures such as St Catherine of Siena. The church offers a different architectural accent within the city.