Long-shot of nave and apse with original mosaics dating to the time of Justinian. Note that in the center of the nave is an altar. This ancient altar is in the north African position.

In St. Lorenzo with the joining of two ancient churches we have another demonstration of bringing the martyr into the church, visible for all to see (ca. 579 AD). Church of St. Lorenzo fuori le mura.

Exterior long shot of Sant' Apollinare. This church was constructed in 549 AD.

The ancient Duomo di Torcello (Dome of Torcello) was built approx 1000 AD. Basilica to the left of the campanile.

Ruins of the basilica of Saint Cyprian in North Africa with the remains of an altar in the center of the remains of the nave. Note that in this very traditional basilican form (five isle basilica), the altar is located in ...