Exploring the Church of the Pilgrim: Vatican’s Hidden Gem Along the Via Francigena
Discover the fascinating history of the Church of the Pilgrim (Chiesa di San Pellegrino), one of the Vatican's oldest and most historically significant churches! Known since the pontificate of Pope St. Leo III in the late 8th century, this charming church is situated just 200 meters from St. Peter's Basilica, along the renowned Via del Pellegrino, the historical pilgrimage route into Rome.