Catacombs

• The Catacombs were the first Christian Cemeteries built in Rome.
• There are 40 Catacombs under Ancient Rome built along the Via Appia outside of the city.

Catacombs of Ancient Rome

• The Catacombs were begun in the second century CE. Their use declined after 380 CE, and eventually they were forgotten. They were rediscovered in 1578 and have been excavated ever since.
• They were tunneled through the volcanic tuff rock under Rome. Rome has 40 known Catacombs. Many are several kilometres long and have up to four levels. They lie between 22-65 ft (7-19m) below ground.

Catacombs of Domitilla