Here is the story of
Kings and Empires
won and lost in the
battles and wars
Palaces and Temples
People and civilizations
mountains and gardens
all immortalized into
wonderful monuments
silently standing through passage of time
singing the melodies of distant past
O tourists, come, travel to the
bygone era with us!

Rome - Vatican


Vatican

Next day we went to Vatican by local trains. Public transport is very convenient in Rome. Single pass enabled us to go to any place in city either by bus or train. Route numbers, place names and all other information is easily available in all the bus/train stations. Only remembering name of the places and roads was a challenge!

Vatican is a small area in Rome which is designated as an independent country by itself. Hence we need to get permission to enter from authorities. Our sight seeing guide (whom we met on our way) took care of all these formalities for us. On the way  to Vatican one would meet many guildes, willing to offer their services. Even we met one Indian student from AP, who was studying and doing this part time job!. 

Vatican is a complex which is highly revered place for Christian religion. It has
  • Popal palace (also known as Apostolic Palace) where Pope lives
  • Popal palace has Sistene Chappel inside; This chappel is famous for Michelangelo paintings. Photography not allowed inside Sistene Chappel.
  • St Peters Bassillica (Bassillica is a Latin word for Church) which is a biggest church in the world, inside Popal palace. 
  • Vatican Museums. 
They feature some of the world's most famous paintings and sculptures.

Even during pre-Christian era (2000 years ago) there were some shrines in this area. After 1871 it became permanent residence of Popes. Till mid 19th century, for thousand years, Popes ruled most part of Italy. Sistene  Chapel was built in 1473. Apparently building material like marble were  taken from Colosseum.

 From 17th century Popes living here were collecting large amount of art work from different places in Europe and Egypt, mainly to demonstrate the power of Roman empire to vising Kings and queens.Later in 16th century this collection was opened for public.

Bascillica is built in 4th century AD on St Peters grave by Emperor Constantine I. It was rebuilt again in 16th century.

There are no words to describe the beauty of sculptures and paintings. Not a single inch of space is left without any kind of art. Their beauty and intricate details leave viewers spell bound. Whether it is ancient Egyptian, Roaman or medieval artists like Michalangelo, they are simply superb in every aspect.


Vatican complex

Vatican - Appointment of new Pope is announced from the church balcony



Sculptures in Museums










From Egypt












Some of the fresco paintngs on the ceiling and walls


Painting on the ceiling




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3D effect in this work









St Peters Bascillica (Church)



















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