Rome: Private Monti District Walking Tour – Rome, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

The Monti district of Rome is today one of the most renowned districts of the city center. It was previously the poorest part of Rome, and was known as the ancient “Subura”.

It became an important religious center in the Middle Ages with the construction of many important churches, some of which were constantly renovated during the centuries. There you will find one of the four major churches of Rome, the Saint Mary Major.

The Saint Mary Major features incredible mosaics and works of art from famous artists of the Renaissance and Baroque ages, including Michelangelo and Bernini. You will learn about the incredible mosaics of the 13th and 14th centuries, and will also admire the mysterious Moses by Michelangelo.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Admire the Saint Mary Major
Enjoy the little church of Santa Prassede, famous for the 14th-century gold mosaics
Learn about the Moses by Michelangelo in the Church of San Pietro in Vincoli

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