Basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin Rome, Italy

Although best known for the “Mouth of Truth” in its porch, Santa Maria in Cosmedin is one of the most interesting churches in Rome, with an atmosphere of antiquity and some important early medieval art.

Campanile of Santa Maria in Cosmedin, viewed from west in warm evening light, with tree and crescent moon. Basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin, Rome, Italy. Image credit: Holly Hayes