The symbol of the Holy See, Saint Peter's Square and Basilica

#europetrip Ever wondered which is the smallest country in the world? The answer is of course Vatican City, which is the seat of the Holy See and the Pope. The Vatican is entered through the Saint Peter's Square with the St Peter's Basilica facing towards the square. It is by now the biggest church in the world, the head of the Roman Catholic Church of the 1.4 billion Catholics in the world. The construction of the Basilica began on 1506 and completed on 18 November 1626. It is also a notable place of pilgrimage and important lithurgical function, and also a site for the Pope to receive special audience. The Pope will be giving an audience every Wednesday and Sunday. The Basilica is built upon the burial site of St Peter, the first disciple of Jesus, and the crypt belowis also the resting place of many Martyrs.