That is why most popes in history have chosen the name John. After stating his new name, the new pope is taken to the ...

Experience the charm of our Rome itinerary. From iconic attractions to hidden gems, indulge in the city's history, art and ...

The Sistine Chapel has closed to the public so it can be prepared for the conclave, a gathering of cardinals who will elect ...

During their daily meeting since the death of Pope Francis, the cardinals gathered in College for their 5th general ...

The Vatican is closing the Sistine Chapel to the public as part of preparations for the conclave to elect the next pope after ...

Visitors admire the Sistine Chapel inside the Vatican Museums on the occasion of the museum's reopening, 3 May, 2021 ...

Though it only had the distinction of being the world’s tallest building for 11 months, the Chrysler Building has remained ...

Travellers to Rome should expect closures, visitor restrictions and crowds at some of the city’s main attractions.

NPR secured one of the last public tours of the Sistine Chapel before it closes for the Catholic Church's upcoming conclave to select the next pope.

Here are the key things to know about the funeral of the first Latin American pontiff in the church’s history.

Presidents, royalty and simple mourners bade farewell to Pope Francis on Saturday at a solemn funeral ceremony, where a ...

The Vatican is attracting visitors from all over the world for Pope Francis's funeral but there is one surprising rule every ...