St. Peter’s Basilica

The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican or simply Saint Peter's Basilica is a church built in the Renaissance style located in Vatican City, the papal enclave that is within the city of Rome, Italy. It was initially planned by Pope Nicholas V and then Pope Julius II to replace the aging Old St. Peter's Basilica, which was built in the fourth century by Roman emperor Constantine the Great. Construction of the present basilica began on 18 April 1506 and was completed on 18 November 1626.

This Church is spread across an interior area of 15,160 square meters. Its magnificent dome is about 136 m high. It is the largest Cathedral in the world and is very significant in Roman catholicism. The church can host more than 20000 people at once. There are more than 100 tombs in this Church and there is a holy door that is only opened during the holy years.

Area: 15,160 Square Meters

Location: Vatican City