Some of the oldest ancient temples continue to fulfil their original purpose after thousands of years, continuing their ...

The broad range of content includes worship, reflections and bespoke programming on BBC Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and ...

making it the biggest Catholic church by interior size. The dome was designed by Michelangelo and is one of the most famous features that dominates the skyline of Rome. The history of St Peter's ...

at 10 a.m. Rome time in the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, presided over by Cardinal Kevin Joseph Farrell, camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church. The event will be broadcast live on YouTube ...

Pope Francis sent his condolences to Church and civil authorities in Myanmar ... Myanmar’s second-largest city, on March 28 at 12:50 p.m. local time. It was followed by a 6.4-magnitude aftershock.

Francis, who was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital on February ... of sexual abuse by clergy and its cover-up was one of the biggest challenges for Pope Francis when he took office in 2013.

It is the largest church in Italy (the larger St. Peter's ... Contrary to what many believe, Vatican City is not a landmark in Rome — it is actually its own country (but yes, it is located ...

In Venice and Rome, historic monuments and architecture ... especially loved seeing its beautiful Duomo, one of Italy's largest cathedrals. However, I felt I had seen plenty and was ready to ...

Yes No A standard stop on many European vacation itineraries, Rome is not to be missed ... the Roman Forum and St. Peter's Basilica, the world's largest church. Yes No ...

Despite damage from earthquakes, fires and lightning, the Colosseum endures as an icon of Rome’s past, and a must-see attraction ... masterpiece in white Candoglia marble. One of the biggest ...

The White House’s decision to eliminate almost all foreign aid has been condemned by the Canadian cardinal overseeing development and the Catholic Church ... world’s two biggest humanitarian ...