San Lorenzo (Rome)

San Lorenzo refers to several locations and entities in Rome, Italy, primarily associated with Saint Lawrence, a Christian martyr of the 3rd century. The most significant are:

• Basilica di San Lorenzo fuori le Mura (Basilica of Saint Lawrence outside the Walls): One of the seven pilgrimage churches of Rome. It is a papal minor basilica and an important early Christian church built over the burial place of Saint Lawrence. The basilica's architecture reflects centuries of modifications and additions, including early Christian, medieval, and modern elements. It houses significant religious relics and artworks.

• San Lorenzo al Verano Cemetery (Cimitero del Verano): Rome's monumental cemetery, located near the Basilica di San Lorenzo fuori le Mura. Its name derives from the Roman "ager Veranus," an estate where Saint Lawrence was supposedly buried. The cemetery houses the graves of many prominent Italians and features numerous impressive sculptures and mausoleums.

• Quartiere San Lorenzo: A historic neighborhood in Rome, situated between the Termini railway station and the San Lorenzo fuori le Mura basilica. It's known as a university district with a vibrant nightlife and is home to many students from the Sapienza University of Rome. The neighborhood experienced heavy bombing during World War II, and evidence of this remains.

The name "San Lorenzo" (Saint Lawrence) is a recurring theme linking these locations, all connected to the veneration of this early Christian saint.