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101 Amazing Facts about the Vatican City
How much do you know about the Vatican City? The walled enclave is one of the world's top tourist destinations, attracting millions of people each year with its amazing architecture and works of art. This fascinating book contains over one hundred interesting facts about the Vatican, with sections covering everything from the Sistine Chapel to the Swiss Guards, various landmarks and much more - including of course those who have held the exalted position of Pope. Whether you are looking to visit the Vatican or are just interested in the history of such as unique state, this is the perfect addition for your bookshelf.
101 Surprising Facts About St. Peter's and the Vatican
What do you really know about Vatican City? The Vatican, comprising the Apostolic Palace, St. Peter’s Basilica, and various other buildings, serves as the headquarters of the Catholic Church. It has done so for nearly two millennium -- ever since the first Pope, St. Peter, made it his home. Thousands of Catholics flock to the Vatican and its iconic basilica each year. Even if you haven’t visited you’ve likely watched with bated breath for smoke to rise from behind the cupola during the election of a new pope, or have laid eyes on the new pontiff when he emerged from the balcony for the first time. But what do you really know about this great basilica and the city that houses it? Here, Father Jeffrey Kirby takes you on a whirlwind tour of this little country (yes, Vatican City is its own country, Fact # 2) and uncovers the secrets and surprising facts about the city, and its famous church.
Vatican City
Learn about the history of The Vatican in Rome with iMinds Travel's insightful fast knowledge series. Although a tiny city- state, the Vatican City boasts many cultural and religious gems in its small boundaries. It's famous for being the smallest country in the world, at less than 50 hectares, or 120 acres. And its permanent population is less than 1000 people. But it is home to the Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Basilica, ten museums and many lush gardens! And as the world centre of the Roman Catholic Church, the Vatican is a place of enormous interest to pilgrims and art lovers the world over. The Vatican City sits comfortably inside the city of Rome and exists solely as a Catholic hub. Pope ...
Vatican City
Explore the history and architecture of the buildings in Vatican City.
The Vatican City
Vatican City: The Smallest Country in the World Vatican City is an independent city-state and the spiritual and administrative headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church. It is the world's smallest country, both in area (44 hectares or 110 acres) and population (around 800 residents). Despite its size, it has significant religious, cultural, and political influence. 1. Historical Background Ancient Rome & Early Christianity: Vatican City is built on what is believed to be the burial site of Saint Peter, one of Jesus' apostles and the first pope. During the early Christian period, many Christians were persecuted in Rome, including Peter, who was crucified upside down. Emperor Constantine the G...
Spies in the Vatican
Ranging across two centuries of world history, Alvarez's fascinating study throws open the Vatican's doors to reveal the startling but little-known world of espionage in one of the most sacred places on earth.
Vatican City Business Law Handbook Volume 1 Strategic Information and Basic Laws
Vatican City Business Law Handbook - Strategic Informtion and Basic Laws
The Holy See: A Kid's Guide to Exploring the Vatican City - Geography Book Grade 6 | Children's Geography & Culture Books
Pack up your bags, we’re going to the Vatican! Reading has the power to take you places. It widens your imagination while feeding you with facts. There’s much to learn about the world, its many cultures, regions and peoples, if you just take that first step. So what are you waiting for? Study geography of Vatican City by reading this book today!
When in Rome
This lighthearted book--a delightful backstairs "cook's tour" of the world's most mysterious and eccentric country-within-a-country--offers an unforgettable and unprecedented eyewitness account of one of the most fascinating places on Earth.
History of Vatican City
The History of Vatican City: A Sacred Sovereign Grown from Faith and Power The world's smallest city by population and size, Vatican City, is significant philosophically and historically. This autonomous city-state is the seat of the Pope and the Roman Catholic Church in Rome. Faith, politics, strife, and a search for supernatural power have shaped Vatican City over centuries. Vatican City was founded on a swampy, desolate territory on the western side of the Tiber River. After the martyrdom of Saint Peter, one of Jesus Christ's disciples and Rome's first bishop, the territory became sacrosanct throughout the Roman Empire. Peter was crucified and buried on Vatican Hill in 64 AD during Nero's...
