Southern Europe, an enclave of Rome (Italy).
Popes in their secular role ruled portions of the Italian peninsula for more than a thousand years until the mid-19th century, when the newly establis ...
Longitude: 12.45
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Latitude: 39.04372
Longitude: -77.48749
Home country: United States
Distance to Vatican City:
7,236.883 km
Terrain:
Urban; low hill.
Natural Resources:
None.
Industries:
Printing; production of coins, medals, postage stamps; mosaics, staff uniforms; worldwide banking and financial activities.
Population: 1,000
Area: 0 km2
about 0.7 times the size of the National Mall in Washington, DC
Landlocked; an enclave in Rome, Italy; world's smallest state; beyond the territorial boundary of Vatican City, the Lateran Treaty of 1929 grants the Holy See extraterritorial authority over 23 sites in Rome and five outside of Rome, including the Pontifical Palace at Castel Gandolfo (the Pope's summer residence).
| Code | Language |
|---|---|
| ita | Italian |
| lat | Latin |
Italian, Latin, French, various other languages
| Code | Currency | Symbol |
|---|---|---|
| EUR | Euro | € |
Capital City: Vatican City
Local time: Thursday, December 11 at 4:38 pm (GMT+01:00)
Visiting Vatican City
You're in for a treat! Vatican City is a fascinating place to explore, especially from April to June, September to October. Here's what you could encounter:
- Rich religious and cultural history.
- Stunning architecture including St. Peter's Basilica.
- Home to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
- Crowds and long lines at major attractions.
- Pickpocketing in crowded areas.
- Restricted access to certain areas.
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- Vatican City shares Italian cuisine, featuring pasta, pizza, and gelato.
- Influences from Roman and Mediterranean cooking.
- Dishes often include fresh vegetables, olive oil, and herbs.
- Visit St. Peter's Basilica.
- Explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
- Attend a Papal Audience.
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