Vatican is a place where I always go when in Rome, even though I am far from religion. Therefore St. Peter’s Basilica for is not a church, but as an amazing museum. There we can see, how an inspired group of people managed to create this incredible piece of art. In Vatican we can see how strong concrete can be the best friend of graceful art of painting. Let’s go inside the Basilica and get inspired.
Inside of St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican
The Basilica is unique in its shape, size and decoration. There is no other Catholic church like St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican. Everything you will see inside is a piece of art. From the first visit you will never see and understand the power of the place.
One of the main places in the Basilica is St. Peter’s Altar. It is absolutely fascinating construction raising our eyes up!
Buried people in St. Peter’s Basilica
But for the functions of church and museum, St. Peter’s is also a cemetery. Only the closest and royal people could have been honored a place in Vatican to be buried. Looking to the right and left, you will see bodies behind the glass. As to me it all looks too strange.
How to get to the top of Basilica
One of the best places in Vatican is St. Peter’s cupola. It is an example of unique engineering project carried out hundreds years ago. To get to the top of the cupola you need to buy a ticket and conquer 200 of steps. It is an amazing experience and one of things to do in Rome.
These are the few pictures taken in St. Peter’s basilica. As a bonus, have a look at some other churches of Rome. Experts are invited in comments, to guess which places are in the pictures below.
St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican is an important object for tourists visiting Rome. My advice is to get up around 6 a.m. in order to come to the square around 6:30, when the square is already open. The cupola opens around 8 a.m. and you can get to the top of Rome.
