How to best organize your Vatican trip
Simply put, the Vatican at night is wonderful! You may be surprised to find out that the Vatican City attractions are not a 9-5 operation! You can visit the Vatican museum at night. It’s a thing. In this guide, we will give you some insights into how to do it. There are several options, from [...]
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The Holy See Vatican City Flag has been in formal existence since the founding of the Vatican City state in 1929, although elements of it existed before this. The Vatican flag with keys on it and a yellow band on the left-hand side has become recognisable as a symbol of this little country in Rome. [...]
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If you google “papal nuncio definition” you will generally find out that the Papal Nuncio is more or less the Vatican’s equivalent to a diplomatic ambassador to the state in which he operates. He is also the representative of the Pope on foreign soil, and as a result his job is to promote good relations [...]
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The original design for the Belvedere Court Vatican City was supposed to create a wide open space. At one end, the Villa Belvedere Rome would stand proud, holding its own against the Vatican Palace at the other end. Designed by Bramante in the early 16th century, it was a stunning extension to the Vatican Palace. [...]
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The Tiber River is one of Italy’s longest rivers, and runs right through Rome. In Roman times, it was the main source of fresh water for the population, and it still remains important to this day. Nowadays however the riverbanks in the city of Rome are more a place for Instagram photos, than for washing [...]
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Are you planning a trip to Vatican City? A visit to this place with so many attraction points can be an overwhelming experience. It often reflects on your planning process in most cases. This world-renowned religious site attracts thousands of visitors every year. The numbers go up during the summer months and touch ten thousand [...]
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The Vatican City Apostolic Palace is the official residence of the Pope. Situated near to the Nicholas V Bastion, the residence is known by many names. You may hear of it referred to as the Palace of the Vatican, the Papal Home, the Papal Palace or even the Palace of Sixtus V to name but [...]
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The Mater Ecclesiae Monastery Vatican City is one of the Vatican’s lesser-known attractions. Established in the early nineties as a residence for the Vatican nuns, it is currently home to former pope Benedict XVI. Read on to find out more (and perhaps you’ll be able to impress your travel companions too with your knowledge)... History [...]
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Commissioned by Pope Julius II for his own personal use - and finished by subsequent Popes after his death - the four rooms were decorated by Raphael. The key feature is the artwork which adorns the walls and ceilings. Much like the frescoes in the Sistine Chapel painted by Michelangelo, those visiting will get a [...]
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The Vatican Bank is known as the Istituto per le Opere di Religione in Italian - or the Institute for the Works of Religion. Founded in 1942, it’s committee reports directly to the Cardinals, and ultimately the Pope. It’s main aim is to provide financial support for the Catholic church and its works throughout the [...]
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