Here’s a look at the Vatican, also known as the Holy See, the spiritual and governing center of the Roman Catholic Church. Facts The full name of the country is State of Vatican City. It stands on ...

Pope Francis, who has not appeared in public since his release from the hospital, will indeed pronounce the “urbi et orbi” ...

Now in its 12th year, the Church’s “24 Hours for the Lord” Lenten initiative is believed to have been inspired by the ...

Pope Francis gives an extraordinary urbi et orbi blessing from the entrance of St. Peter’s Basilica on March 27 ... Catholic countries such as Italy and Spain. At the same time, the study ...

But throngs of pilgrims are already flocking to the church in Assisi, Italy, where his body wearing ... at 10:30 a.m. in front of the Vatican’s St. Peter Basilica, in conjunction with the ...

We’ll start day 3 of our 10 day Italy itinerary with Rome’s other most popular spot: St. Peter’s Basilica. To avoid the ...

For more information, visit the Basilica di San Clemente's website. Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour (35957 reviews) ...

Once at the top, visitors will be able to spot some of Rome's most famous buildings, including St. Peter's Basilica and the Altare della Patria. Interestingly, since it sits outside the ancient ...