Category Archives: Vatican

Along with the Belvedere Torso, the Laocoon statue is not only one of the most famous marble sculptures in the Vatican, but also one of the most important statues in the world. The famous sculpture is placed in the Octagonal Courtyard inside the Vatican museums. The statue is of three figures, the Laocoon and his […]

The Belvedere Torso, which means “the beautiful torso,” could arguably be one of the most important statues in history. This is no small feat for a statue that is lacking legs, arms, and even a head. The Belvedere Torso is placed in the center of the Room of the Muses inside the Vatican museums and […]

As one of the most important Christian holidays of the year, Christmas at the Vatican starts quite a few weeks before December 25th. Here are all the events and dates to look out for if you want to experience some of the Christmas celebrations for yourself. Christmas Tree and Nativity The winter holiday season officially […]

For the most part, photos are allowed inside the Vatican but photography is not always encouraged. Even the Vatican Museums Official website states that to have the best possible experience you should put away your electronics or at least have any phones on silent. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t bring your camera or have your […]

St. Peter’s Basilica is officially the second largest basilica in the world and the biggest church in Italy. It is the principle Basilica of the Catholic church and burial site for many of the past Popes including the very first Pope, St. Peter, who was a disciple of Jesus and was crucified on the very […]

With priceless works of art, the Sistine Chapel, and incredible Papal history, the Vatican Museums attract over 6 million visitors a year. That can mean up to 30,000 people visiting the Vatican on any given day. That’s why planning when to visit can make the difference between feeling like part of the crowd, or having […]

When you come to Rome and visit Vatican City, you are technically leaving Italy and entering a new country. Don’t worry, there’s no need to bring your passport to get into the Vatican. However, knowing that this is technically a border can lead a lot of people to wonder: why is Vatican City a country? […]

If you make the trip to Rome, then it is highly likely that a trip to Vatican City is likely on your must see list. The Vatican is one of the most well known and busiest museums in the world. It is open all year round except for a select number of days in the […]