Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem

The Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem, located in Rome’s eastern Esquilino neighborhood, is one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome. This historic site houses significant relics, believed to have been brought from the Holy Land. Among these are pieces of the True Cross, a nail from the crucifixion, thorns from the crown, and fragments of the Grotto of the Nativity and the Holy Sepulchre. Visitors can explore this sacred space, which offers a unique opportunity to connect with important Christian artifacts and history.