VESCOVIO.
The Church of S. Maria, located in Vescovio (the Episcopal Cathedral in XII century), is one of the most celebrated monuments of the Sabina. It was built using materials taken from the ancient Roman town of Forum Novum.
Visit the courtyard filled with remains of Roman sculpture and a beautifully decorated sarcophagus. Inside the Church are 11th century frescos by Roman artist Pietro Cavallini, who took themes from both Byzantine traditions and Tuscan painting. Also of note are a 9th century pulpit and frescos, a beautiful crypt and a 14th century wood crucifix. Across the road are the ruins of an ancient Roman market, where St. Peter is said to have stopped for refreshment.

SANTA VITTORIA.
The church of Santa Vittoria, located in Monteleone Sabino, was built using materials from buildings from the ancient Roman town of Trebula Mutuesca. The church houses the tomb of the martyr St. Vittoria. The church is built over the structure of a pagan temple, dedicated to Juno Feronia.

Other important churches which were built or renovated in Romanesque style can be found in Fianello, Magliano Sabina, Montebuono, Poggio Mirteto and in Tarano.