Forget the Rome you think you know. Beyond the tourist-filled piazzas and bustling cafes lies another city - one built on bones, belief and the blood of martyrs. In this episode, we descend into the underground world of early Christian Rome, where death wasn't feared but embraced, and devotion meant risking everything.
Discover the hidden world of the catacombs where early Christians worshipped in secret and the magnificent basilicas that tell the stories of martyrs like St. Cecilia. Reimagine iconic landmarks like the Pantheon and Colosseum and the connection they played between the pagan and Christian world. Plus, we’ll introduce you to key figures and their stories, highlighting how their devout faith continues to echo through the city’s architecture and art.
Whether you're a history buff, spiritual seeker, or just love a good story, this episode reveals a Rome that most tourists never see - where every street corner holds a secret, and ancient bones tell tales of extraordinary courage.
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