The Church of San Pietro in Vincoli in Rome

The church of San Pietro in Vincoli is not so well known, but it hides priceless treasures. The church was built to store the chains used to bind Peter (San Pietro in Vincoli means Saint Peter in chains) in Jerusalem and Rome and was commissioned by Empress Licinia Eudoxia in 442. Let’s visit the Church of San Pietro in Vincoli, in Rome! Here at Your Travel to Italy with Ana Patricia you make the trip of your dreams !!! ALSO: see our “Accommodation in Italy – Tips for your holidays!”

Introduction

With its simple facade, the Church is one of the most beautiful in Rome. Built in 442 AD by order of the Roman empress Licinia Eudoxia, it was part of the Baths of Titus complex. As it is an area very close to the Colosseum, its archaeological importance is invaluable; here also are the remains of the Domus Aurea, the ancient and imposing residence of Nero. Also read What to visit near Rome? The best roundtrips from Rome.

1) The Church of San Pietro in Vincoli, in Rome? PETER’S CHAINS

The church holds one of the greatest religious treasures in the world: the chains that bound Peter. Legend has it that when Pope Leo I brought one of the pieces of chains that bound Peter from Constantinople, when they were placed alongside the pieces that were with the empress, the links miraculously joined together.

2) The Church of San Pietro in Vincoli, in Rome? CHURCH ATTRACTIONS

The church has undergone numerous restorations and the last major renovation was ordered by Pope Julius II, who was buried there as well. With a huge nave in the center, lateral columns full of vertical creases and a beautiful painting on the ceiling, the church has numerous marble statues, including the statue of Moses (dating from 1513), made by Michelangelo. The statue is now part of the structure of the tomb of Pope Julius II.

The tomb took an impressive 40 years to complete, and it is said that when Michelangelo finished the work he hit the statue’s knee with a rubber hammer, looked at it and said ‘Speak up, Moses!’, how realistic the work was. It’s really BREATHTAKING! What is most striking about the statue are the details that seem to come to life! The veins, expression and body of the statue are full of minutiae, which impress for the realistic way in which it was made.

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The church is hardly crowded and admission is free. To take a nice photo of the statue of Moses, insert a euro in the box next to it, you will temporarily turn on the light and be able to take an amazing photo! ; ) San Pietro in Vincoli or Basilica of St Peter in Chains is a titular church and minor basilica located on Mount Opium, in Rome. Address: Piazza di San Pietro in Vincoli, 4/a, 00184 Rome RM, Italy. Telephone: +39 06 9784 4952.

Hours:

Mondays	08:00 – 12:30 pm; 03:00 – 07:00 pm
Tuesdays	08:00 – 12:30 pm; 03:00 – 07:00 pm
Wednesdays	08:00 – 12:30 pm; 03:00 – 07:00 pm
Thursdays	08:00 – 12:30 pm; 03:00 – 07:00 pm
Fridays	08:00 – 12:30 pm; 03:00 – 07:00 pm
Saturdays	08:00 – 12:30 pm; 03:00 – 07:00 pm
Sundays	08:00 – 12:30 pm; 03:00 – 07:00 pm

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The Church of San Pietro in Vincoli in Rome — Source: Google Maps

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