Marvels within Santa Maria Sopra Minerva

Santa Maria Sopra Minerva is Rome’s only Gothic church, built on the sites of three pagan temples, including one dedicated to the goddess Minerva.

Founded in the 13th century by the Dominicans, it holds significant cultural value with artwork from greats like Michelangelo. Unique features include frescoes by Filipino Lippi and the tombs of historic figures like Pope Paul IV and Fra' Angelico.

Noteworthy Highlights

✝️ Michelangelo's Cristo Risorto: A lesser-known sculpture depicting Christ bearing the cross.

🎨 Frescoes by Filipino Lippi: 15th-century artwork located in the Cappella Carafa.

🏛️ Tombs of Luminaries: Final resting place of St. Catherine of Siena and Medici popes Leo X and Clement VII.

Visitors may access the church for free and it's highly recommended for tourists, families, and historians interested in art and ecclesiastical history.