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Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pace
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Piazza Navona
Piazza Navona, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Chiostro del Bramante
Arco della Pace, 5, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Stadium of Domitian
Via di Tor Sanguigna, 3, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Sant'Agnese in Agone
Via di Santa Maria dell'Anima, 30/A, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Pantheon
Piazza della Rotonda, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Church of St. Louis of the French
Piazza di S. Luigi de' Francesi, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Museo Napoleónico
Piazza di Ponte Umberto I, 1, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Museo di Roma - Palazzo Braschi
Piazza di S. Pantaleo, 10, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Fountain of the Moro
Piazza Navona, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Campo de' Fiori
P.za Campo de' Fiori, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Nearby restaurants
Trentaquattro Roma • Navona
Via della Pace, 26, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Saltimbocca ristorante
Via di Tor Millina, 5, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Ponte e Parione - Ristorante Piazza Navona
Via di Santa Maria dell'Anima, 62, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Eat and Walk Italy - Cooking Classes in Rome
Via Giuseppe Zanardelli, 14, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
cybo
Via di Tor Millina, 27, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Bar del Fico Ristorante
Via della Pace, 34, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
RISTORANTE No.1
Via della Pace, 1, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Cantina e Cucina
V. del Governo Vecchio, 87, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Camillo a Piazza Navona
Piazza Navona, 79-81, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Ristorante Montevecchio
Piazza di Montevecchio, 22/a, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Nearby local services
Neptune Fountain
Piazza Navona, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Altemps
Piazza di Sant'Apollinare, 46, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Del Giudice Roma
V. dei Coronari, 2, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Manufactus Made In Italy
Piazza Navona, 41, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Antica Libreria Cascianelli
Largo Febo, 15, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Antica Bottega dei Sapori Ruggeri from 1935
Via della Pace, 29, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
L'Artigianato
Piazza Navona, 84, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
La Boutique del Limoncello Roma
V. del Governo Vecchio, 94, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Antica bottega di Norcia
Corso del Rinascimento, 72, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Gioielli a Roma - Grand Tour Collection
V. dei Coronari, 32, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
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Bio Hotel Raphaël – Relais & Châteaux
Largo Febo, 2, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Navona Palace Luxury Inn
Via della Pace, 36, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Vacche Apartment
Vicolo delle Vacche, 16, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Locanda Navona
Via di Tor Millina, 35, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Eitch Borromini - Palazzo Pamphilj | by Eitch Collection®
Via di Santa Maria dell'Anima, 30, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Hotel Genio
Via Giuseppe Zanardelli, 28, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Antica Dimora Delle Cinque Lune
Via Giuseppe Zanardelli, 23, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Boutique Relais Bramante
Arco della Pace, 12, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Coronari Palace
V. dei Coronari, 231, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Relais Arco della Pace
Arco della Pace, 2, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
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Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pace

Arco della Pace, 5, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
4.7(618)
Open until 6:00 PM
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attractions: Piazza Navona, Chiostro del Bramante, Stadium of Domitian, Sant'Agnese in Agone, Pantheon, Church of St. Louis of the French, Museo Napoleónico, Museo di Roma - Palazzo Braschi, Fountain of the Moro, Campo de' Fiori, restaurants: Trentaquattro Roma • Navona, Saltimbocca ristorante, Ponte e Parione - Ristorante Piazza Navona, Eat and Walk Italy - Cooking Classes in Rome, cybo, Bar del Fico Ristorante, RISTORANTE No.1, Cantina e Cucina, Camillo a Piazza Navona, Ristorante Montevecchio, local businesses: Neptune Fountain, Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Altemps, Del Giudice Roma, Manufactus Made In Italy, Antica Libreria Cascianelli, Antica Bottega dei Sapori Ruggeri from 1935, L'Artigianato, La Boutique del Limoncello Roma, Antica bottega di Norcia, Gioielli a Roma - Grand Tour Collection
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Nearby attractions of Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pace

Piazza Navona

Chiostro del Bramante

Stadium of Domitian

Sant'Agnese in Agone

Pantheon

Church of St. Louis of the French

Museo Napoleónico

Museo di Roma - Palazzo Braschi

Fountain of the Moro

Campo de' Fiori

Piazza Navona

Piazza Navona

4.7

(65.6K)

Open until 12:00 AM
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Chiostro del Bramante

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4.5

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Open until 7:00 PM
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Stadium of Domitian

Stadium of Domitian

4.4

(811)

Open until 6:20 PM
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Sant'Agnese in Agone

Sant'Agnese in Agone

4.8

(1.2K)

Open until 1:00 PM
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Nearby restaurants of Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pace

Trentaquattro Roma • Navona

Saltimbocca ristorante

Ponte e Parione - Ristorante Piazza Navona

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Bar del Fico Ristorante

RISTORANTE No.1

Cantina e Cucina

Camillo a Piazza Navona

Ristorante Montevecchio

Trentaquattro Roma • Navona

Trentaquattro Roma • Navona

4.8

(2.5K)

Open until 3:00 AM
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Saltimbocca ristorante

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4.6

(2.5K)

Open until 12:00 AM
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Ponte e Parione - Ristorante Piazza Navona

Ponte e Parione - Ristorante Piazza Navona

4.7

(2.1K)

Closed
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Eat and Walk Italy - Cooking Classes in Rome

Eat and Walk Italy - Cooking Classes in Rome

5.0

(4.1K)

Open until 8:00 PM
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Nearby local services of Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pace

Neptune Fountain

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Antica Libreria Cascianelli

Antica Bottega dei Sapori Ruggeri from 1935

L'Artigianato

La Boutique del Limoncello Roma

Antica bottega di Norcia

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Neptune Fountain

Neptune Fountain

4.8

(2K)

Click for details
Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Altemps

Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Altemps

4.6

(1.5K)

Click for details
Del Giudice Roma

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4.9

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Reviews of Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pace

4.7
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1y

In a quiet corner of Rome, tucked away from the bustling crowds of tourists, stands a majestic baroque church, Santa Maria della Pace. Its curved portico greets visitors with an inscription that promises peace to all who enter: “Domine pacem populo et colles iuvit.”

Centuries ago, the church was not merely a place of worship but a canvas for the most ambitious artists and sculptors of its time. Beneath the towering frescoes and intricate carvings, one humble artisan’s work remains shrouded in mystery—a bas-relief hidden in the shadows of the chapel walls. It is said to depict a kneeling monk, but those who look closer notice something peculiar: a small, almost imperceptible symbol etched onto the figure’s robe.

Local lore has it that this symbol was the signature of a nameless sculptor, a gifted apprentice who worked tirelessly in secret, overshadowed by the fame of his master. He poured his soul into the chapel, carving cherubs that seemed to whisper prayers and saints whose gazes followed the devout. The frescoes above, rumored to be by a famed baroque artist, feature angels carrying scrolls inscribed with celestial wisdom.

Over time, the apprentice’s name was forgotten, yet his work endured. For centuries, the townspeople whispered that his sculptures held a secret. When the sunlight pierced the windows at precisely the right angle on the summer solstice, the carved figures would glow, revealing an intricate constellation on the chapel walls. It was said to guide travelers lost in faith or fortune, offering them a path back to hope.

Today, visitors marvel at the frescoes and the grandeur of the church, but few notice the subtle details—the way the light dances on the carvings, the hidden symbol in the robe of the kneeling monk, or the sense of serenity that seems to emanate from the very stones. Some say it is merely the beauty of baroque art, but others believe it is the enduring legacy of the forgotten artisan, whose work continues to inspire awe and wonder in the hearts of...

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5.0
42w

What a wonderful surprise. It is so beautiful. It is recommended by a friend.

The Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pace is a small but exquisite Catholic church in central Rome. Known for its stunning Baroque architecture, Renaissance frescoes, and serene cloister, it is a hidden gem that blends art, history, and spirituality. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, it was historically tied to peace commemorations and remains a beloved site for visitors and locals.

Chigi Chapel: The first chapel on the right, commissioned by Agostino Chigi (a wealthy banker), is the church’s artistic highlight, featuring Raphael’s famous frescoes. Raphael painted the Four Sibyls (Cumaean, Persian, Phrygian, and Tiburtine) receiving angelic instructions, a stunning fresco above the chapel’s arch. Commissioned by Agostino Chigi, the work is celebrated for its grace, vibrant colors, and dynamic composition, rivaling Raphael’s Vatican masterpieces. The chapel also includes frescoes by Raphael’s pupils and a bronze altarpiece by Lorenzetto.

The church’s compact size makes it a quick but unforgettable stop, especially for Raphael...

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5y

Meraviglia rinascimentale! Da visitare in particolare per un affresco di Raffaello.

S.Maria della Pace, situata in via dell'Arco della Pace, sorge in luogo dell'antica "S.Andrea de Acquarenariis", nome che deriva dai numerosi venditori di acqua presenti nella zona, i quali, attingendo direttamente dal Tevere, dovevano purgare l'acqua dalla "rena" che vi era mescolata. La leggenda narra che nel 1480 un'immagine della Vergine posta sotto il portico (oggi situata sull'altare maggiore), colpita da un sasso lanciato da un soldato ubriaco, si mise a sanguinare. Papa Sisto IV, informato dell'accaduto, si recò personalmente sul luogo e fece cambiare il nome della chiesa in "S.Maria della Virtù", promettendo di rimediare allo stato fatiscente dell'edificio. Così avvenne nell'anno 1482, anche se i lavori terminarono due anni dopo sotto Innocenzo VIII: la chiesa venne chiamata S.Maria della Pace per commemorare la conclusa pace di Bagnolo, l'atto che poneva fine alla guerra che aveva visto in causa lo Stato Pontificio, Venezia ed il Regno di Napoli. Il progetto della nuova chiesa fu affidato all'architetto Baccio Pontelli mentre nei primi anni del 1500 il Bramante realizzò il chiostro ed il convento annessi. Il chiostro, in particolare, rappresenta e costituisce il più bell'esempio di corte del primo Rinascimento a Roma, segnando un armonico rinnovamento nella costruzione delle logge: alle quattro arcate del pianterreno, tutte rette da pilastri dorici su cui sono addossate paraste ioniche, corrisponde nella loggia superiore una duplicazione degli elementi portanti, dove pilastri compositi si alternano a colonne corinzie che cadono in asse con le chiavi degli archi sottostanti, creando otto aperture per lato, sopra le quali un architrave prende il posto degli archi a tutto sesto.

Si accede alla chiesa attraverso l'antico portale quattrocentesco: l'interno è a navata unica ed ospita la bellissima Cappella Chigi, la prima a destra, eretta, su commissione di Agostino Chigi, da Pietro da Cortona su disegno di Raffaello, che ideò e realizzò anche l'affresco raffigurante "Sibille e Angeli", posto sopra l'arco della cappella, nonché i quattro "Profeti" nella soprastante lunetta, poi eseguiti dal suo allievo Timoteo Viti nel 1514. Il corredo scultoreo è dominato dall'altorilievo raffigurante "Cristo trasportato dagli angeli" posto sull'altare, opera bronzea di Cosimo Fancelli, autore anche dei due santi laterali eseguiti in collaborazione con Ercole Ferrata, ovvero "S.Caterina" e "S.Bernardino". Degne di nota anche la Cappella Cesi, opera di Antonio da Sangallo il Giovane, e la Cappella Mignanelli, ornata di splendidi marmi provenienti dallo scomparso "Tempio di Giove...

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Camilo A. PosadaCamilo A. Posada
In a quiet corner of Rome, tucked away from the bustling crowds of tourists, stands a majestic baroque church, Santa Maria della Pace. Its curved portico greets visitors with an inscription that promises peace to all who enter: “Domine pacem populo et colles iuvit.” Centuries ago, the church was not merely a place of worship but a canvas for the most ambitious artists and sculptors of its time. Beneath the towering frescoes and intricate carvings, one humble artisan’s work remains shrouded in mystery—a bas-relief hidden in the shadows of the chapel walls. It is said to depict a kneeling monk, but those who look closer notice something peculiar: a small, almost imperceptible symbol etched onto the figure’s robe. Local lore has it that this symbol was the signature of a nameless sculptor, a gifted apprentice who worked tirelessly in secret, overshadowed by the fame of his master. He poured his soul into the chapel, carving cherubs that seemed to whisper prayers and saints whose gazes followed the devout. The frescoes above, rumored to be by a famed baroque artist, feature angels carrying scrolls inscribed with celestial wisdom. Over time, the apprentice’s name was forgotten, yet his work endured. For centuries, the townspeople whispered that his sculptures held a secret. When the sunlight pierced the windows at precisely the right angle on the summer solstice, the carved figures would glow, revealing an intricate constellation on the chapel walls. It was said to guide travelers lost in faith or fortune, offering them a path back to hope. Today, visitors marvel at the frescoes and the grandeur of the church, but few notice the subtle details—the way the light dances on the carvings, the hidden symbol in the robe of the kneeling monk, or the sense of serenity that seems to emanate from the very stones. Some say it is merely the beauty of baroque art, but others believe it is the enduring legacy of the forgotten artisan, whose work continues to inspire awe and wonder in the hearts of all who visit.
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Patrizia ValentiniPatrizia Valentini
Ovviamente tutte le chiese di Roma, sono meravigliose, qui c’è una chicca da non perdere un affresco delle Sibille di Raffaello, inoltre come tutte le chiese che sono a Roma ogni nicchietta e piena di bellezza, mi chiedo sempre quanto siamo fortunati a poter ammirare queste magnificenze, ovviamente consigliata
Yingchun YeYingchun Ye
What a wonderful surprise. It is so beautiful. It is recommended by a friend. The Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pace is a small but exquisite Catholic church in central Rome. Known for its stunning Baroque architecture, Renaissance frescoes, and serene cloister, it is a hidden gem that blends art, history, and spirituality. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, it was historically tied to peace commemorations and remains a beloved site for visitors and locals. Chigi Chapel: The first chapel on the right, commissioned by Agostino Chigi (a wealthy banker), is the church’s artistic highlight, featuring Raphael’s famous frescoes. Raphael painted the Four Sibyls (Cumaean, Persian, Phrygian, and Tiburtine) receiving angelic instructions, a stunning fresco above the chapel’s arch. Commissioned by Agostino Chigi, the work is celebrated for its grace, vibrant colors, and dynamic composition, rivaling Raphael’s Vatican masterpieces. The chapel also includes frescoes by Raphael’s pupils and a bronze altarpiece by Lorenzetto. The church’s compact size makes it a quick but unforgettable stop, especially for Raphael enthusiasts.
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In a quiet corner of Rome, tucked away from the bustling crowds of tourists, stands a majestic baroque church, Santa Maria della Pace. Its curved portico greets visitors with an inscription that promises peace to all who enter: “Domine pacem populo et colles iuvit.” Centuries ago, the church was not merely a place of worship but a canvas for the most ambitious artists and sculptors of its time. Beneath the towering frescoes and intricate carvings, one humble artisan’s work remains shrouded in mystery—a bas-relief hidden in the shadows of the chapel walls. It is said to depict a kneeling monk, but those who look closer notice something peculiar: a small, almost imperceptible symbol etched onto the figure’s robe. Local lore has it that this symbol was the signature of a nameless sculptor, a gifted apprentice who worked tirelessly in secret, overshadowed by the fame of his master. He poured his soul into the chapel, carving cherubs that seemed to whisper prayers and saints whose gazes followed the devout. The frescoes above, rumored to be by a famed baroque artist, feature angels carrying scrolls inscribed with celestial wisdom. Over time, the apprentice’s name was forgotten, yet his work endured. For centuries, the townspeople whispered that his sculptures held a secret. When the sunlight pierced the windows at precisely the right angle on the summer solstice, the carved figures would glow, revealing an intricate constellation on the chapel walls. It was said to guide travelers lost in faith or fortune, offering them a path back to hope. Today, visitors marvel at the frescoes and the grandeur of the church, but few notice the subtle details—the way the light dances on the carvings, the hidden symbol in the robe of the kneeling monk, or the sense of serenity that seems to emanate from the very stones. Some say it is merely the beauty of baroque art, but others believe it is the enduring legacy of the forgotten artisan, whose work continues to inspire awe and wonder in the hearts of all who visit.
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Ovviamente tutte le chiese di Roma, sono meravigliose, qui c’è una chicca da non perdere un affresco delle Sibille di Raffaello, inoltre come tutte le chiese che sono a Roma ogni nicchietta e piena di bellezza, mi chiedo sempre quanto siamo fortunati a poter ammirare queste magnificenze, ovviamente consigliata
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What a wonderful surprise. It is so beautiful. It is recommended by a friend. The Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pace is a small but exquisite Catholic church in central Rome. Known for its stunning Baroque architecture, Renaissance frescoes, and serene cloister, it is a hidden gem that blends art, history, and spirituality. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, it was historically tied to peace commemorations and remains a beloved site for visitors and locals. Chigi Chapel: The first chapel on the right, commissioned by Agostino Chigi (a wealthy banker), is the church’s artistic highlight, featuring Raphael’s famous frescoes. Raphael painted the Four Sibyls (Cumaean, Persian, Phrygian, and Tiburtine) receiving angelic instructions, a stunning fresco above the chapel’s arch. Commissioned by Agostino Chigi, the work is celebrated for its grace, vibrant colors, and dynamic composition, rivaling Raphael’s Vatican masterpieces. The chapel also includes frescoes by Raphael’s pupils and a bronze altarpiece by Lorenzetto. The church’s compact size makes it a quick but unforgettable stop, especially for Raphael enthusiasts.
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