ROM-36 • spiritual1568 - 1580
Chiesa del Gesù (Mother Church of the Jesuits)
Pioneering Counter-Reformation Baroque church with Baciccio's Triumph of Name of Jesus
41.895900°N, 12.479700°E•city Axis
Documented Historiographical History
Designed by Vignola and Della Porta, established the worldwide Jesuit architectural prototype.
Architectural & Symbolic Reading
A classic architectural emblem of Roman history from 1568 - 1580.
Historical Legends & Mysteries
Local legends and historical traditions have endowed this monument with enduring cultural mystique.
Insider Curiosities & Secret Facts
•A renowned historical monument dating back to 1568 - 1580.
•Features authentic Roman architectural detailing.
•Visited by millions of international cultural travelers.
Related Tags:#Rome#Spiritual#Heritage#UNESCO
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