St Peter's Basilica

St Peter's Square

The cardinals' residence - used by Pope Francis. The Sistine Chapel is just to the left in the background.

The Pope delivers a weekly address from the top floor window, second from right.

Christmas season at the Vatican

Christmas season at the Vatican

The Papal Swiss Guard

St Peter's Basilica

St Peter's Basilica

St Peter's Basilica

St Peter's Basilica

Michelangelo's Pietà (1498-99)

Pope John Paul II - 1998