The Hidden History of St Peter's Basilica

St. Peter’s Basilica was built on the remains of early Christianity’s greatest church, and with materials taken from dozens of Roman ruins. This hidden history is still visible – if you know where to look.
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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:43 The Obelisk and the Circus of Nero
2:52 MyHeritage
4:17 Old St. Peter's
6:09 Construction of the new basilica
8:16 Decoration of the interior

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