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The Papal State
Vatican City is the smallest independent state in the world, located within Rome, Italy. It is the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church and the residence of the Pope. Vatican City was established as a sovereign state in 1929 with the signing of the Lateran Treaty between the Holy See and Italy. The city-state is known for its iconic attractions such as St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, and the Vatican Museums. Throughout history, the Vatican has been a center of power, influence, and spirituality for the Catholic Church, playing a significant role in shaping the course of Western civilization. Today, Vatican City is a pilgrimage site for millions of Catholics and tourists from around the world.
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Created On: 2024-08-28 | Updated On: 2025-12-19
Historic Summit on Global Church Sexual Abuse Crisis
Pope Francis opens the Holy Door for the Jubilee Year of Mercy.
Pope Benedict XVI's historic resignation after nearly 600 years
Pope Benedict XVI canonized Kateri Tekakwitha.
Year of Faith Opening by Pope Benedict XVI
Pope Benedict XVI is elected.
Death of Pope John Paul II
Beatification of 233 Spanish Martyrs by Pope John Paul II
Canonization of 120 Chinese Catholic Martyrs by Pope John Paul II
Historic Visit: Pope John Paul II at Great Synagogue of Rome
Assassination Attempt on Pope John Paul II in St. Peter's Square.
The Second Vatican Council is convened by Pope John XXIII, resulting in major reforms within the Catholic Church.
Bombing of Vatican City in World War II resulted in minor damage.
Establishment of Vatican City as an Independent State
Pope Pius IX Convenes First Vatican Council
Longest-Reigning Pope in Catholic Church History
Restoration of Papal States
Concordat Signing between France and Papal States in 1801
Napoleon Bonaparte declares Roman Republic
Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel Frescoes Debut
Inauguration of Vatican's Scala Regia.
Completion of St. Peter's Basilica Construction.
Establishment of the Vatican Secret Archives by Pope Paul V.
Establishment of the Roman Inquisition by Pope Paul III.
Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel Ceiling Painting
Construction of St. Peter's Basilica Begins.
Sistine Chapel Construction Completed
Establishment of Vatican Library Influences Knowledge Preservation.
End of Western Schism: Pope Martin V Elected.
Pope Gregory XII Resignation Resolves Western Schism
Coronation of Pope Alexander V: 211th Pope in Papal history.
Pope Gregory XI ends Avignon Papacy, returns papal court to Rome.
Establishment of Papal Palace in Avignon by Pope John XXII.
Pope Boniface VIII inaugurates tradition of Jubilee celebrations.
Pope Nicholas III Resides in Renovated Vatican Palace
Fourth Lateran Council: Key Medieval Church Council.
Pope Celestine II Elected from Roman Savelli Family.
Concordat of Worms: Pope and Emperor Resolve Investiture Controversy
Pope Paschal II Builds Lateran Palace
Pope Urban II preaches the First Crusade at the Council of Clermont.
Pope Sylvester II Implements Arabic Numerals in Gregorian Calendar
Pepin's Generous Gift: A Historic Donation to the Church
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