| The basilica of San Paolo (St. Paul) is the second largest church in Rome. It was destroyed by fire in 1823, so this is a fairly new church. |
Side of St. Paul's church. |
Front, with his statue. |
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Doors. |
Windows are made of alabaster. |
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Alabaster column.
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Interior.
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Elaborately carved column. In the background is part of the all stone walls. |
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One side of the interior. The round gold circles above the columns are pictures of all the popes. The ceiling is also very elaborate. |
This alter is malachite and gold.
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The courtyard.
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A variety of columns surround the cloister or courtyard. They are inlaid with marble mosaics. |
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