basilica the santi bonifacio and alessio rome italy

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Basilica of the Santi Bonifacio and Alessio in Rome, Italy Royalty Free Stock Photo

Basilica of the Santi Bonifacio and Alessio in Rome, Italy

The Basilica of the Santi Bonifacio and Alessio in Rome, Italy view from the square of the Knights of Malta on the Aventine Hill in Rome, Italy. The church is dedicated to Saint Boniface of Tarsus and originally only Saint Alexius. It is located near the historical gardens of St. Alexius and the basilica of Santa Sabina. Founded between the 3rd and 4th century, it was restored in 1216 by Pope Honorius III some columns of his building survive in the present building`s eastern apse, subsequently in 1750 by Tommaso De Marchis his main altar survives; and between 1852 and 1860 by the Somaschi. It is still the rectory church of the congregation. The 16th century style facade, was elaborated by De Marchis, includes the portico originating from the middle age.