Among the histories of countries that are characterized as being small in size, Vatican City is certainly an interesting case.
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When traveling to the Vatican Museums, it will lead one towards a place of high reverence and holiness in Christianity. Inside its colossal labyrinthine halls that are made out of stone, you will witness an extraordinary collection of countless masterpieces from many different eras; all painstakingly gathered by the popes throughout centuries. It is truly an exceptional experience to explore and take a walk through the Pio Clementino Museum, Gallery of Candelabras, Gallery of Geographical Maps, Gallery of Tapestries (Renaissance art), Raphael Rooms, and Sistine Chapel where one can find magnificent works by famous artists like Raphael, Giotto, and Caravaggio.It is quite amazing when you visit the Sistine Chapel and get a chance to see the breathtaking frescoes that Michelangelo painted on the ceiling, as well as his masterpiece, a mural known as the Last Judgment. Another stop on this incredible trip is at St. Peter’s Basilica, where people can walk around and enjoy looking at one of the most famous Roman Catholic Churches in the world.The Vatican Gardens are at their best during the spring and summer months, so make sure to visit then. This is mainly because the Vatican City is one of the smallest countries on earth and the very center of Christian Rome for centuries. Seeing the impressive artworks housed here makes it evident why this place has such immense historical importance for mankind; there’s simply no other civilization that can compare with our achievements.