The Story
St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City is the largest church in the Christian world and one of the holiest Catholic shrines. Built over the traditional burial site of Saint Peter, the first Pope, it stands as the principal church of the Catholic Church and a masterpiece of Renaissance and Baroque architecture.
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- 1Michelangelo's massive dome dominating the Vatican skyline
- 2Bernini's bronze canopy over the high altar
- 3Michelangelo's Pieta in the first chapel on the right
When You Visit
- →Climb to the dome for breathtaking 360-degree views of Rome
- →Visit the tomb of Saint Peter beneath the main altar
Quick Facts
Year
1506-1626
Architect
Michelangelo, Bernini, Bramante
Type
Church
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