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When you see this post we will have completed most of Thursday already here in Rome. We had a great day today on a guided walking tour of the Vatican that included the museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. I took lots of pictures and have included some here.

This was at the start of our tour and we were anxious to see as much in the Vatican as they would allow.




These are just a few of the stunning
artwork we saw in the museums.

This is the vaulted ceiling in a section called the Gallery of Maps that contains many painted topographical maps.

This is the largest wall hanging in the Gallery of Tapestries and is called “The Transformation of Christ.” It has a stunning feature where Christ’s eyes appear to follow the viewer as the viewer walks from one end (area) of the tapestry to another.


Front of St. Peter’s Basilica

And finally, the masterpiece that both my daughter and I wanted to see the most but almost missed - “The Pietà” by Michaelangelo. When we arrived at the Basilica the area was blocked off by curtains. We were disappointed - but not for long. After viewing the rest of the Basilica and on our way toward the exit, we saw the curtains had been withdrawn. “The Pietà” was there and available for viewing in all its glory.

Tonight we’re going on a golf cart tour of the sights around the city.
Sandi

Beautiful city, enjoy your self.

Great to see those wonderful pictures. Like a blast from the past long long ago for me. I was much younger when I was there and not so into all the places I wish I would have spent more time visiting. Looks like you are having a great time.

OMG! What fantastic pictures you’ve sent!!! I’ve not been there, and I was enthralled!!!
Thank You very much. I love tapestries and that one was special.
Lyn

Have a good trip, Sandi! The pictures are gorgeous and it looks like the weather is, too.

Oh thank you for these gorgeous pictures. Thanks letting me see all of this.

Wonderful photos, Sandi! Realized I was there about this time 3 years ago. Also just read a U.S. tourist threw 2 sculptures to the floor breaking them Wednesday! He was upset he couldn't see the Pope!

Nice photos, and it looks like you are having fun! Hope it is not too hot there.

The golf cart trip sounds fun, but have you eaten any really good food yet??

Amazing pics! Very happy you got to do this trip.

what an awesome time you are having... enjoy your trip and the time with your dd
sheila

What everyone else said! Absorb atmosphere through every pore!

Evie

Sandi, beautiful pictures. Especially picture of mom and daughter. Have a wonderful time

Great pictures, so much history and beautiful art! Enjoy the experience.

It just amazes me how intricate and detailed the art and architecture was all those centuries ago, and all done painstakingly by hand! So beautiful!