By Rajni Pandey | March 3, 2025
The largest and most famous church in the world, St. Peter’s Basilica is built over the tomb of Saint Peter and houses Michelangelo’s iconic Pietà.
Beneath St. Peter’s Basilica lies the believed final resting place of Saint Peter, one of Jesus’ apostles and the first pope.
A sacred burial site beneath St. Peter’s Basilica, the Grottoes house tombs of many popes and notable figures from Church history.
Famous for Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes, including the Last Judgment and the Creation of Adam, the Sistine Chapel is also where new popes are elected.
These museums house priceless religious artifacts, including the Raphael Rooms and historical Christian relics, making them a must-visit for spiritual seekers.
The official residence of the Pope, the Apostolic Palace is a center of governance for the Catholic Church and includes sacred chapels and libraries.
A peaceful sanctuary within the Vatican, these gardens have been a place of reflection and meditation for popes for centuries.
Located inside the Vatican Museums, this gallery features stunning 16th-century frescoes of Italy’s regions and holds religious significance in its depictions of Christian lands.
A hidden cemetery within Vatican City, this sacred burial ground is reserved for German and Austrian Catholics and holds deep historical and religious importance.
Also known as the Vatican Secret Archives, this treasure trove contains centuries of papal documents, letters, and manuscripts, making it one of the most sacred knowledge repositories in Christianity.