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Test Your Knowledge of the Papal Conclave
Are you ready for the conclave that will select the next pope? Take our quiz to see how you stack up with other Times readers ...
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The Sistine Chapel: Renaissance gem dazzles clergy and laypeople alike
The Sistine Chapel has witnessed every papal election since 1492 with only five exceptions, and it is preparing to once again ...
A look at the history of the Sistine Chapel, the site of the papal conclave
As the papal conclave is set to begin to elect a new pope, the eyes of the world are on the Sistine Chapel, which will hold ...
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Sistine Chapel: Where Renaissance art meets papal tradition
The Sistine Chapel in the Vatican owes its name to Pope Sixtus IV (1471-84), who commissioned it. The three-storey brick ...
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Peek inside the stunning Sistine Chapel, where popes are elected
The Sistine Chapel is where Catholic cardinals will elect a new pope. Take a tour of the church’s breathtaking interior.
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Nestled Between Florence And Rome Is Italy's Overlooked Town Full Of Medieval Charm And Mountain Views
For those looking for a more of an underrated and unknown destination in Italy, head to this city between Florence and Rome ...
Where Is the Papal Conclave Held?
This arcane process is named for the Latin cum clave or “with key.” While what goes on during the conclave is known only to the participating 138 Cardinals who sign an oath of secrecy, what we do know ...
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A look at the history of the Sistine Chapel, the site of the papal conclave
The first interior decorations date back to 1481. According to the official site, Pietro Perugino -- a well-known artist of the time and mentor to another well-known artist, Rafael -- was the ...