Bernini's Baldachinoby Greg Burke. The massive altar in St. Peter's Basilica, situated directly above the tomb of St. Peter, holds enormous importance for Catholics. (from Catholic Heritage, September/October 1995)
Dedication of the Church of Our SaviourNovember 9 -- Commonly called St. John Lateran This basilica was completed under Pope Sylvester and Siricius in the fourth century.
Eternal Ark of WorshipSt. Peter's Basilica, built over the tomb of the Galilean fisherman who led the early Christian Church, is now Western Christendom's principal - and probably most beautiful - shrine. (from Inside the Vatican, December 1994)
Vatican CityVatican City (or Cittą del Vaticano as the locals call it!) is one of the smallest States in the world. Here are some geographical and political facts about Vatican City State.
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