St Peter's Basilica |
As part of the visit to Rome, we went to Vatican City including St. Peter's Basilica. It's an amazing place, with incredible statues, stunning architecture. Totally impressive. We went up to the dome and climbed the 200 steps. Then we went to the next level, all the way up via 330 more stairs to the top. There’s a great view of the Vatican and Rome from the top. Both are a must see.
The Alter with Bernini's Baldacchino |
Basilica Interior |
Laocoön and his sons from the Pope's Art Collection |
The St. Peter's Basilica represents power and splendor of Rome's 2,000 year dominance of the Western World. Over 2,000 years ago, St. Peter's oval shaped square was the site of Nero's Circus which was in essence a Roman chariot race course. During halftime, they killed Christians. They were to fight wild animals, gladiators, were crucified and burned or tortured in other ways.
The Pope's Apartment |
One of those who are said to have been killed here in about 65 CE was Peter, who was Jesus's disciple. His remains are thought to be buried where the main altar is today. He has been recognized as the first pope. When Christianity became legal in 313 CE, Constantine built a church on the site of Peter's historic tomb site.
The whole experience is totally worth it.
Highly recommended!
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