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Dec 11, 2023 · VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Away in a cave near Greccio, Italy, St. Francis of Assisi had the first Nativity scene — a live one — staged for the faithful on Christmas Eve in 1223. A 15th-century fresco now decorating the cave inspired the Nativity scene erected in St. Peter’s Square for the 800th anniversary celebrations.
Dec 23, 2021 · The Holy See generated a modest surplus in 2012 before recording a $32 million deficit in 2013, driven primarily by the decreasing value of gold. The incomes and living standards of lay workers are comparable to those of counterparts who work in the city of Rome so most public expenditures go to wages and other personnel costs;.
Ticket prices for both types of tours include access (without a guide) to the Vatican Museum. Book at least a day in advance by calling ☏ +39 06-6988-4676 or book online. Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday at 10:00, depart from tour desk and finish in St. Peter's Square.
Mar 16, 2013 · The Papal Archbasilica of St. John Lateran (consecrated in 324 AD), a.k.a. the Lateran Basilica, is the official church of the Bishop of Rome – a.k.a. the Pope. As such, it is higher in rank ...
Feb 9, 2017 · The Sistine Chapel. The Sistine Chapel is possibly one of the most awe-inspiring masterpieces in the world. With a wonderful, completely frescoed ceiling that is beautifully crafted, this part of the Vatican Museum is undoubtedly its most-visited. The combination of architecture and pictorial art creates a harmony that is hard to match, while ...
Vatican Media produced many documentaries during the reigns of Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI. It made documentaries on the lives of the popes, on the Vatican City, and on the main churches of Catholicism. They were mainly broadcast in Italian but also in English, Spanish, French and other languages.
May 10, 2018 · The state of Vatican City is located within Rome, Italy in the Southern region of Europe. The city-state has an area of 0.17 square miles and an estimated population of about 1,000 people. The official language is Italian. The country is a monarchy ruled by the pope and the high state officials are Catholic clergy.
