May 2004 - Vatican
St. Peter's was built on the slope of the Vatican Hill (Mons Vaticanus), in a cemetery which had grown up around the ruins of the Circus of Nero. Legend had it that Peter was martyred with other Christians in this circus in 64, in retribution for the famous fire that burned much of Rome. By the third century CE, a modest tomb below a wall in the cemetery was venerated by Christians as Peter's.
Walking towards St. Peter's - first glimpse is mind boggling!!!
THE BALCONY
On another day this huge rainbow flag was laid out.
This is indeed a very beautiful place with the grand, majestic buildings and all.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely this church is so impressive and so rich decorated. I prefer Anglocan churches which are simple but beautiful..
ReplyDeleteI've never been so it is wonderful to see these pics!
ReplyDeleteWOW, huge and impressive! Tom The Backroads Traveller
ReplyDeleteCan honestly say Been there, done it, & got the tee shirt, mid you I was 15 at the time so remember little. Great photos
ReplyDeleteSpectacular shots, Jackie! I would love to see Rome for myself.
ReplyDeletei love the rainbow. so pretty. love the cars ... it is always so pleasing to the eye. nice!! ( :
ReplyDeleteImpressive! I have never visited Rome but I would love to.
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