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This is an ancient church resigned and redeveloped numerous times over the centuries. Presently what you see resembles its 12th-century exterior and 8th-century interior layout and appearance. The mix match of columns lining the central nave are very interesting. The main altar is nice, the crypt interesting and the bell tower you see outside impressive. However, the most popular thing to see here is the famous Bocca della Verità (Mouth of Truth), the iconic ancient Roman marble mask sculpture that medieval legend states will bite the hand off of any liar who places their hand in its mouth.

The Mouth of Truth (Bocca della Verità) is a famous ancient Roman marble mask located in the portico of the Basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin in Rome, Italy. This large round stone carving, believed to date back to the 1st century AD, depicts a man's face with gaping eyes, nose, and mouth.The legend surrounding the Mouth of Truth is that it was used as a lie detector during the Middle Ages. According to the myth, a person would place their hand inside the mouth of the carving and make a statement. If the person was telling the truth, their hand would remain unharmed. However, if they were lying, the mouth would supposedly close, severing the hand.Today, the Mouth of Truth is a popular tourist attraction in Rome. Visitors line up to take turns placing their hand inside the mouth of the carving, often as a playful challenge to their honesty. While the myth of the Mouth of Truth as a lie detector is just a legend, it continues to capture the imagination of visitors and adds to the charm and mystery of this ancient artifact.

The most enchanting service I’ve ever been to as a Byzantine Catholic (ruthenian) catachumen. I went on the 1st Sunday of Orthodoxy and will never forget the time I spent at this liturgy.

One of the churches from Rome where there is a Pope tomb. Pope Adriano. And rhis is the place of Boccca della Verita.

We stopped to see the famous "Mouth of Truth". There was a line, you donate a few Euros and they'll take your pictures. It's worth it if you're a classic movie fan. The church is small but worth a quick look. It's a cute destination on an afternoon walk.