The Lateran Palace (left) and the Loggia delle Benedizioni (Benedicition Loggia) of the basilica Saint John Lateran. North facade.- From the fourth century; the palace was the principal residence of the popes; and continued so for about a thousand years until the Apostolic Residence ultimately moved to the Vatican.Rome; Italy (2020)- Founded during the fourth century; Saint John Lateran (Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano; basilique Saint-Jean de Latran; Lateranbasilika ) is the Cathedral of Rome; the most important of the four major basilicas and the oldest christian church. It is considered the mother church of the Roman Catholic faithful.- First Construction: 4th century (324);Reconstruction : 17th century. interior in baroque style by Francesco Borromini (1650).Rome; Italy (2020)