Santa Maria Maggiore is one of Rome’s four papal basilicas During the Jubilee year, its doors will remain open so that pilgrims can pass through — a rite associated with remission of sins.

While this is one of the major basilicas in Rome, according to reviews on Tripadvisor, you can visit this church for free without having to battle the crowds at some of the other churches around ...

Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. The four major basilicas are all in Rome, including St. Peter's Basilica inside the Vatican. Bishop Gerald Barbarito marked the designation ...