The Church of San Gioacchino in Prati

About

A starry dome church with a heroic WWII past, a true architectural gem.

Why go

• A testament to history, solidarity, and artistic grandeur
• A peaceful break from busier sights
• An unexpected place that shows how much there is to discover

Must try

• Dome painted as a starry night sky
• Chapels representing different nations
• Altar crafted from red marble from the Pyrenees
• Hiding place for Jews during WWII

Pro tips

• Free-entry church integrated into the neighborhood

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Rating

4.7 / 5 (489 reviews)

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