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The Basilica of Saint John Lateran, officially known as the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, is the Catholic cathedral of the Diocese of Rome and the seat of the bishop of Rome, the Pope. As the only 'archbasilica' in the world, it holds a unique position in the Catholic Church, with a history dating back to the 4th century. The basilica is dedicated to Christ the Saviour, in honor of John the Baptist and John the Evangelist, and its name 'Lateran' comes from the ancient Laterani family, who once owned the land. The basilica has undergone numerous transformations over the centuries, with significant contributions from notable figures such as [[pope-clement-xii|Pope Clement XII]] and [[donato-bramante|Donato Bramante]], and has been the site of many important events, including the [[council-of-trent|Council of Trent]] and the [[first-vatican-council|First Vatican Council]].