The Basilica of St. John in Lateran, the oldest of the West civilization, also called the "mother of all churches in the world," is certainly one of the places you should visit if you visit Rome. Of great importance for the whole Christian world, being official ecclesiastical seat of the Pope (where the Papal Chair can be found) is also famous for the front square at which each year a mega-concert is held on May 1.
Raised in imperial times as a building for public meetings and for the administration of justice (built by Constantine around the fourth century AD in the territory named Horti Laterani) with the spread of Christianity, the Church has been transformed over time in an imposing place of cult designed to accommodate a large number of faithful and pilgrims.
The façade (XVIII century) was built by Alessandro Galilei and its majesty really leaves you breathless, and even more amazing is the interior designed by Borromini, who here created one of his greatest masterpieces. You can also visit the cloister, a wonderful example of "arte cosmatesca" where many architectural elements meet, sculptures and decorations of the ancient basilica, and the museum which houses priceless liturgical furnishings.
The area where the famous Basilica is located in is one of the most central areas of Rome, to stay in one of the room rentals near San Giovanni in Laterano means sure comfort: the two metro stops that are within walking distance from your accommodation facilitate every move. The structures that we offer in this section are comfortable and decorated in every detail and will provide excellent quality and price, because they offer you the most convenient rates in the capital.
