Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano

The Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano, located in Rome, is one of the most important churches in Christianity and serves as the cathedral of the Pope. Dedicated to Saint John the Baptist and Saint John the Evangelist, it is the oldest basilica in Rome and holds significant historical and architectural value. Built in the 4th century, it features stunning Romanesque and Baroque styles, with impressive artworks and an expansive façade. As the "Mother Church" of the Catholic Church, it symbolizes the papacy's spiritual authority and is a site of pilgrimage and worship.