Historical and cultural heritage of the Vatican in photos
Vatican in Photos
One can hardly argue about the importance of the Vatican in the Christian world. The headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church and home to the Pope, it unites millions of people worldwide. Millions of travelers and locals regularly visit Vatican City to listen to the Pope addressing and worshiping God.
Many visitors, however, travel long distances to just admire the historical and cultural heritage of the Vatican. From Michelangelo’s masterpieces to Raphael’s beautiful paintings, the place owns some of the biggest treasures of art.
I couldn’t stop admiring and photographing everything while walking down long galleries of the Vatican Museums. The Vatican definitely enriches your aesthetic view and the way you look at the art.
Words can’t describe your feelings when you stare in awe at Michelangelo’s fresco The Last Judgment. Goosebumps cover your skin when you think about history and stories behind these masterpieces. You feel like a lucky intruder who gets a one-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see all this beauty and snap countless photos to remember this culture-infused visit for years to come.
HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE OF THE VATICAN: PHOTO GALLERY
Initially, we planned to start our visit to the Vatican from St. Peter’s Square. Somehow, one of the Vatican guided tours sellers we met near the entrance convinced us to use his company’s services. After some consideration, we agreed. And that was one of the best decisions we made that day.
With the guided tour, our Vatican exploit started at the Vatican Museums.
Although it looked like a beautiful sunny day, it drizzled from time to time, and heavy rain was expected later in the afternoon. On the days spoiled by the weather, the Gardens of Vatican City are closed.
Vatican Courtyard | Vatican in photos
Different angles of the Vatican
Unfading masterpieces in the courtyard
A few more photos of the Vatican Courtyard before stepping inside
Nevertheless, we spent some time enjoying and exploring beautiful sculptures in the Vatican Courtyards.
One thing you absolutely can’t ignore here is the Sphere within Sphere. The unique sculpture symbolizes the complexity and fragility of the world.
A short introduction to the historical and cultural masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel. Neither talking, nor photographing inside is allowed. So, this is the only picture related to the Sistine Chapel we have in this Vatican photo gallery.
Murals, frescos, and paintings inside the Vatican | Vatican in photos
A room full of statues | Vatican in photos
The Vatican Museums | Vatican in photos
The Vatican Museums
Gallery of Tapestries
Tour the Vatican Museums | Vatican in photos
Vatican in photos
Every inch of the walls and ceilings is covered with timeless paintings and frescoes
No flash photography is allowed in the Vatican
Gallery of Maps
Saint Peter’s Basilica
En route to St. Peter’s Basilica
Cultural heritage of Vatican’s St. Peter’s Basilica in photos
St. Peter’s Basilica
The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter
Details inside St. Peter’s Basilica
Saint Peter’s Square
St. Peter’s Square Obelisk
Historical and cultural heritage of the Vatican in photos
