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@paramir - UnsplashDome of St. Peter's Basilica
📍 From Inside, Vatican City
The Dome of St Peter's Basilica, located inside the Vatican City in Rome, is one of the most impressive structures in the world. Built over 550 years ago and designed by Michelangelo and others, it still stands as one of the world's most splendid examples of Renaissance architecture. The dome has a diameter of 136.6 feet and stands nearly 450 feet high, steeped in the Catholic tradition and history. Accessible to visitors via narrow winding stairs, the dome provides breath-taking views of of the Vatican City and the city of Rome. A popular place of pilgrimage, the dome is a unique experience that should not be missed.
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