Guide to Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua all'Esquilino (PDF)

🕊️ In the lively heart of Rome’s Esquilino district, the Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua rises as a peaceful haven for prayer and fraternity.

Built in the early 20th century and entrusted to the Franciscan friars, it mirrors the universal devotion to Saint Anthony — the saint of the poor, the lost, and the seekers of light.

This Pilgrim Guide accompanies you through the basilica’s architectural harmony and its message of hope. From the radiant mosaics of the apse to the quiet chapels dedicated to missions and charity, every space echoes the spirit of the Poverello of Padua.

✨ Inside this guide:

• The story of Saint Anthony’s mission and miracles
• The origins and design of the Esquilino basilica
• Artistic highlights and spiritual symbolism
• Reflections on faith, charity, and the Franciscan path in modern Rome
• Practical information for pilgrims and visitors

A journey through beauty, simplicity, and the living testimony of Franciscan faith in the Eternal City.

Jonah’s Path — Faith, Art & Digital Design.

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