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Opening of the Holy Door of St Peter's Basilica (24 December)

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Pope opens Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica, launching ...

Pope Francis chose "Pilgrims of Hope" as the theme for the Holy Year 2025, which began Dec. 24 and will run through Jan. 6, 2026. The rite of ...

Christmas at Vatican 2025 - Midnight Mass & Nativity

The Vatican museums and the Sistine Chapel are closed on the 25 and 26 December. However, you can still explore St. Peter's Basilica and St. Peter's square and ...