Basilica in Rome commemorates modern-day martyrs

  • 12 years ago
Saint Bartholomew's basilica in Rome hosts an unusual collection of relics. Set up by the late pope John Paul II, its shrine commemorates Christians from all over the world who have been killed for their faith over the past century. Pilgrims come here to pay tribute to victims of communism, nazism and Islamic extremism. Duration: 02:05

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