Visiting the official website of the Holy See one can browse: the Magisterium of the Supreme Pontiffs; the fundamental texts of Catholicism in various languages (the Sacred Bible, the …

Vatican City contains religious and cultural sites such as St Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, the Vatican Apostolic Library, and the Vatican Museums. They feature some of the world's …

Jan 5, 2026 · Vatican City is an ecclesiastical state, the seat of the Roman Catholic Church, and an enclave in Rome, situated on the west bank of the Tiber River. Vatican City is the world’s …

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Dec 13, 2025 · Vatican City, officially the Vatican City State, is the smallest independent state in the world, both in terms of area and population. Established in 1929 with the Lateran Treaty, it …

6 days ago · Pope Leo XIV launches a fresh series of weekly talks on the Second Vatican Council, urging Catholics worldwide to reread its documents and continue to be inspired by its …

What is the difference between Vatican City and the Holy See? Vatican City is a geographic and political state, while the Holy See is the governing body of the Catholic Church, which …

Jan 5, 2026 · The final pilgrims of the 2025 Holy Year have passed through the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica. Monday was the last day for the public to participate in the Jubilee.

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