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After two flights, one with a rough landing, we finally made it into Rome. After a quick trip through customs and a bus to the hotel, we finally got a glimpse at the Vatican. However, everyone was exhausted, so a quick lunch was well received. I had grilled liver, and it was interesting. The flavor was mild, and the texture was soft. I suppose I would have it again.<\/p>\n

Then, we went off to the Vatican. We crossed into St. Peters Square, and looked around in awe at the massive Basilica in front of us. We made a quick stop at the water fountain, then crossed borders. The border between the Holy See and Italy is unique in two ways: it is the only completely demilitarized border, and it also changes frequently. When the Pope is not in the Square, the boundary is just outside St. Peter\u2019s Basilica. However, if the pope enters St. Peters Square, the boundary is now St. Peters Square, as agreed upon between Vatican City and Italy.<\/p>\n

I was amazed at just the outside of the structure, so I couldn\u2019t wait to go in. But before we went in, we climbed up to the dome. After 15 stories, we reached the base of the dome. Then we were able to view the insides of St. Peters from above.
\nAfter some photos and explanations by our tour guide Jill, we travelled up another 13 stories to reach the top of the dome. The view was outstanding, and we could see all of the Vatican and of Rome.<\/p>\n

\"day1\"<\/a>After a long trek downstairs, we reached the base floor and toured the Basilica. It was easily one of, if not the, most beautiful buildings I have ever been in. Everything was marble, much of it covered in mosaics or gilded. Caskets of Popes lined the sides, and massive sculptures were everywhere. We were lucky enough to attend a mass, which while not in English, was very beautiful.<\/p>\n

The Baldachino, called St. Peter’s Baldachin, was in the center (see photo). It is a ciborium, which is a canopy that covers the altar, and also is positioned over the tomb of St. Peter, who was the first pope of the Catholic Church, and who the Basilica is named after. All popes after him are the successors to St. Peter. It was commissioned. After more photos, we left, returned to the hotel, and went to dinner. Dinner was next to the place we went to for lunch, and I had Cacio e Pepe. It was delicious. Afterwards, we all went back to the hotel to crash, one day completed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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