Vatican City

Vatican City is an independent state on the west bank of the Tiber River, lying within the Italian capital city of Rome and almost completely surrounded by walls. Its population of 850 (1996 est.), only some of which hold Vatican passports, consists primarily of employees of the Holy See, the central government of the Roman Catholic Church. Vatican City is one of the world's great cultural resources. It is an important tourist center for Roman Catholics and those interested in art history. The Vatican Library houses an extensive collection of manuscripts. The Vatican Palace includes Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.
  • The Vatican and Russia Back Together
    After decades, complete diplomatic relations will be restored between the Vatican and Russia.
  • Vatican City Dress Code
    Vatican city holds very high religious sentiments in the minds of people around the world. It is the home of the Pope and has certain guidelines to be followed in order to maintain decorum of the city. This article will help you know more on Vatican city dress code.
  • Director Ron Howard vs. the Vatican
    Ron Howard is saying that the Vatican threw up roadblocks to his attempts to get permits for shooting some of the scenes in "Angels & Demons," his latest movie.
  • History of Vatican City, Italy
    History of Vatican City has always been fascinating, even for people professing religions other than Christianity. Vatican City is the Mecca of about one billion people worldwide, who profess the Catholic faith.
  • History and Importance of the Sistine Chapel
    Christianity has its roots and subsequent developments firmly embedded in the activities within the official Papal Residence. The Sistine Chapel is most certainly the seat of important decision making, with regards to the leadership provided to one of the leading world religions.
  • Vatican City Facts
    Did you know that the Vatican City is completely an independent nation state apart from being the world's smallest one? Take a look at this article to find out many more such facts about this popular tourist destination.
  • Pope John Paul II Biography
    Pope John Paul II has many firsts to his credit. He has been responsible for positively changing the image of the Church when there was a danger of it slipping into the dark ages. He is the most traveled Pope ever. Instead of being a recluse, he opened the doors of the Vatican to the faithful.
  • The Panzer Pope - Benedict XVI
    At various point in his Church career, he has declared that Jewish history and scripture (can) reach fulfillment only in Christ, that "Only in the Catholic church is there eternal salvation", that homosexuals suffer from an "objective disorder", and so on.