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With
a history dating back
more than 2700 years,
the city of Rome remains
unprecedented in the
world as a centre of
art, culture, religion
and education. The capital
of Italy, Rome is also
called the Eternal City
for its rich heritage
alive. Located on the
banks of the Tiber,
Rome occupies an area
of 580 square kilometers
and is home to more
than 2 million people.
A meeting point of tradition
and modernity, Rome
is one of the most popular
tourist destinations
around the world. The
city has many historic
buildings, museums,
monuments and other
places of historic interest.
Some of the most famous
historical attractions
of Rome are Colosseum,
the Pantheon, St. Peter
's Basilica, Capitol,
Arch of Constantine,
Piazza Navona, San Silvestro
in Capite etc.
Located on the Piazza
San Silvestro, San Silvestro
in Capite is the second
church of Roman basilica,
which is dedicated to
St. Sylvester. Built
in the 8th century by
Pope Stephen III and
Paul I, the San Silvestro
in Capite atop the ruins
is the pagan temple
dedicated to Apollo.
Refurbished and renovated
a number of times over
the years, the San Silvestro
in Capite has added
new features with each
renovation, which contributes
to its impressive appearance
in our day.
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