St. Anastasia on the Palatine Hill is one of the oldest churches in Rome. Its interior was decorated by the most eminent Italian artists such as Lazzaro Baldi or Pier Francesco Mola. The stunning frescoes and mosaics captivate with their ornamentation. The temple is a titular church, and it holds the dignity of a minor basilica from time immemorial.
The Church has a special place in the history of the liturgy. The first Christmas Mass was celebrated in the basilica after the official recognition of the date. The custom of sprinkling ashes on the head at the beginning of Lent was also introduced here in the 12th century.
Over the course of over sixteen centuries, the basilica has been rebuilt and renovated many times. In the last decades of the 20th century, the progressive degradation of the building and the need for its thorough renovation resulted in the closure of the church for over 35 years. It was not until May 2000 that the basilica was reopened.
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