Saint Cecilia in Trastevere: faith, history and art in Rome

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 From Imparare Roma S1E8
Discover the life and martyrdom of Saint Cecilia, one of the most beloved saints of Rome, mentioned in the Roman Canon alongside Agnes, Agatha, Lucy, and other Christian martyrs. We visit the Basilica of Saint Cecilia in Trastevere, built in the 9th century by Pope Paschal I on Roman remains from the 2nd century. Here lies the moving statue by Stefano Maderno, representing the incorrupt body of the saint, found in 1599. Join us in exploring the history, spirituality, and art of this emblematic site of Christian faith in Rome.