A sacred corner where faith and history converge, with treasures such as St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel.
Vatican City is a tiny world apart, a sacred corner where faith and history converge. This self-contained enclave, the spiritual epicentre of the Catholic Church, stands in the heart of Rome. The majestic enclave is home to treasures such as St. Peter's Basilica, with its iconic dome, and the Sistine Chapel, adorned with immortal frescoes by Michelangelo. The colonnades of St Peter's Square embrace pilgrims with welcoming arms, and the statues and monuments breathe the history of Christianity. The Vatican Apostolic Library and the Vatican Museums house countless artistic and literary treasures.