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Lateran

by Philip Greenspun, 1995


Giovanni

The highlight of the Lateran district is San Giovanni in Laterno, a cathedral notable for its interior by Borromini (1646) and 18th-century facade. Before the Pope moved to Avignon in 1309, his official residence was in a palace (since destroyed) in this region. Until 1870, all popes were crowned in this church.

Scala Santa

At Piazza di San Giovanni in Laterano, 14, a 1589 building houses two relics from the Lateran Palace: the pope's private chapel and a staircase that Jesus ascended in Pontius Pilate's house during his trial. Catholics climb these 28 steps on their knees, especially on Good Friday.

Article created 1995

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Jordan Viray , March 09, 2004; 05:50 P.M.

The photo entitled "Altar 10" under the "Scala Santa" heading in the Lateran section of the Rome travelogue is located incorrectly. The altar pictured is from the Sistine Chapel of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.

Regards, Jordan Viray


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