Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano, The Mother Church of the World's Catholics

Piazza di San Giovanni in Laterano 4
There is a golden altar in the church
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Church

Introduction

The Lateran Basilica of St. John is one of the oldest Catholic churches in the world, and serves as the cathedral of the Diocese of Rome and the official seat (cathedra) of the Pope. It is one of the four major basilicas of Rome and holds the distinction of being the mother church of the global Catholic Church. November 9th is celebrated as the feast of the Dedication of the Basilica of St. John Lateran in the Catholic Church.
Address
Piazza di San Giovanni in Laterano 4
Opening hours
Monday to Friday 07:00 to 19:00
Saturday 07:00 to 18:00
Closed on Sunday.
Transportation
Take metro line A and get off at S. Giovanni station, then walk for about 3 minutes.
Phone 0039669886433

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