State Of The Vatican City Collection

City map of Rome, lithograph, published in 1878
City map of Rome, Italy. Lithograph, published in 1878

God, Jesus and Mary, Vatican Museum, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Raphaels oil painting of the Resurrection of Jesus, the altarpiece of the Altar of the Transfiguration, St. Peters Basilica, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Raphaels oil painting of The Resurrection of Jesus on the Altarpiece of the Altar of the Transfiguration, St. Peters Basilica, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Gallery of Maps, Vatican, published in 1878
The Gallery of Maps (Latin: Galleria delle carte geografiche) in the Vatican. Wood engraving, published in 1878

Rome in the birds eye view, published in 1878
Rome in the birds eye view with the known historic buildings and places. Wood engraving, published in 1878

The Battle of the Milvian Bridge in the Hall of Constantine, 1613, by Raphael, Vatican Museum, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Christs Appearance to the Disciples on the Holy door of St. Peters Basilica, cast in bronze by Vico Consorti in 1949, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Statue of St. Peter holding the key at Piazza San Pietro, Vatican, Rome, Italy, Europe, 2019 (photo)
8858850 Statue of St. Peter holding the key at Piazza San Pietro, Vatican, Rome, Italy, Europe, 2019 (photo) by De Fabris

Statue of St. Peter holding the key at Piazza San Pietro, Vatican, Rome, Italy, Europe, 2019 (photo)
8858849 Statue of St. Peter holding the key at Piazza San Pietro, Vatican, Rome, Italy, Europe, 2019 (photo) by De Fabris

The Washing of the Feet, Mosaic, St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican, Rome, Italy, Europe
7277612 The Washing of the Feet, Mosaic, St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican, Rome, Italy, Europe; St. Peter's, Vatican City; © Imagebroker

Vatican loggias by Raphael, Rome (colour litho)
8663950 Vatican loggias by Raphael, Rome (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vatican loggias by Raphael, Rome)

Fountain at St. Peter's Square, Vatican City, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Bernini's Colonnade, St. Peter's Square, Vatican City, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Bible manuscript, Codex Sinaiticus, facsimile, published in 1882
Sample of Greek Bible manuscript, Codex Sinaiticus, Hebrew 13, 9. Facsimile, published in 1882

Tapestry depicting the Nativity, Gallery of Tapestries, Vatican Museum, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Detail of the ceiling showing Jesus and the Apostles, Room of the Fire in the Borgo, Vatican Museum, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Painting of the Disputation over the Most Holy Sacrament, 1509-1510. Raphael, Room of the Segnatura, Vatican Museum, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Detail of the ceiling showing Jesus and the Apostles, Room of the Fire in the Borgo, Vatican Museum, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Jacobs dream, Room of Heliodorus, Vatican Museum, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Painting of the Disputation over the Most Holy Sacrament, 1509-1510. Raphael, Room of the Segnatura, Vatican Museum, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Detail of a portal of the Crucifixion of St. Peter, front entrance door of St. Peters Basilica, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Detail of dome and frescoes in St. Peters Basilica, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Detail of the ceiling showing the Temptation of Jesus, Room of the Fire in the Borgo, Vatican Museum, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Detail of painting of the Disputation over the Most Holy Sacrament, 1509-1510. Raphael, Room of the Segnatura, Vatican Museum, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Jacobs dream, Room of Heliodorus, Vatican Museum, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Aelius Galenus or Claudius Galenus often Anglicized as Galen and better known as Galen of Pergamon in medicine school

Ancient Rome - School of Medicine
Illustration of Ancient Rome - School Medicine

Flag of Vatican City

View from St Peters

Spiral stairs of the Vatican Museums, designed by Giuseppe Momo in 1932, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Dome and frescoes in St. Peters Basilica, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

The Pope and the Saxon Children
Vintage engraving of The Pope and the Saxon Children. After seeing some saxon children in Rome the Pope sent Saint Augustine of Canterbury to England to convert the country

Ancient Rome - Galenus (Galien) - School Medicine
Illustration of a Ancient Rome - Galenus (Galien) - School Medicine

Vatican Fountains in St. Peters Square

Basilica St John Lateran, Rome

Bridge Ponte SantAngelo, Tiber river and St. Peters Basilica, Vatican City, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

St. Peter Basilica Vatican City

Castel Sant Angelo Castle and bridge at dusk, Rome
Blue hour shot of Romes Castel Sant Angelo Castle & Bridge at dusk with no people. UNESCO Heritage site

Basilica di San Pietro, Vatican

St. Peters Basilica Dome at night, Vatican City

Basilica di San Pietro, Vatican

Vatican fountain

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"The State of Vatican City: A Spiritual Haven in the Heart of Rome" Nestled within the enchanting city of Rome, lies the divine realm known as the Vatican City. This sacred enclave holds a profound significance for millions around the world, as it is not only home to God's earthly representative but also a treasure trove of religious art and history. Stepping into this hallowed ground feels like entering a realm where time stands still. The Vatican Museum, with its vast collection spanning centuries, offers an awe-inspiring journey through faith and artistic brilliance. From Raphaels' oil painting depicting Jesus' Resurrection on the Altarpiece of the Transfiguration to The Battle of Milvian Bridge by Raphael in 1613, each masterpiece whispers tales from biblical times. St. Peter's Basilica reigns supreme within this spiritual sanctuary. Its grandeur is unmatched, housing remarkable works such as Christs Appearance to the Disciples on the Holy door cast in bronze by Vico Consorti and serving as a testament to unwavering devotion. As you explore further, you'll encounter wonders like Michelangelo's breathtaking frescoes adorning Sistine Chapel's ceiling or marvel at ancient manuscripts like Codex Sinaiticus - a facsimile Bible manuscript that preserves timeless wisdom. The Gallery of Maps takes visitors on an extraordinary visual journey through Italy and beyond with its intricately detailed lithograph map published in 1878 while offering glimpses into Rome's rich historical tapestry. But it isn't just art that captivates here; nature too plays its part. As dawn breaks over Saint Peter's Basilica, one can witness ethereal beauty unfold before their eyes – Saint Peters Basilica standing tall alongside Vatican City and Tiber River bathed in golden hues. And let us not forget about architectural marvels such as G Momo-designed spiral staircase at Vatican Museum – a double helix structure that seems to ascend towards the heavens itself.