Church of St. Louis of the French

"This has been the national church of France in Rome since 1589, and a stone salamander (the symbol of the Renaissance French monarch François I) is subtly carved into its facade." Full review

"Church to Rome’s French community since 1589, this art-rich baroque bonanza boasts no less than three canvases by Caravaggio." Full review

"Completed in 1589, San Luigi (St Louis) is the church of Rome's French community." Full review

"This church was built centuries ago as France's key liaison to the Vatican and the surrounding buildings still host French-affilicated religious and culture associations." Full review

"With marble walls, gold decor, and three of Caravaggio’s most famous pieces—The Calling of Saint Matthew, Saint Matthew and the Angel, and The Crucifixion." Full review

"The official French church in Rome, San Luigi dei Francesi was built in 1518 for the French community and named after King Louis IX." Full review

"Rome's French church was constructed between 1518 and 1589, thanks to the patronage of Henri II, Henri III and Catherine de Médicis." Full review

"Installed in an act of one-upsmanship, the annual sundial in this church is also a symbolic victory for the Gregorian calendar. " Full review

"If you're a fan of Caravaggio, you'll want to visit the San Luigi dei Francesi. Inside this church in Piazza Navona are three of the baroque artist's works, including the "The Calling of St. Matthew"" Full review