The papal conclave will take place as usual in the hallowed space of the Sistine Chapel. What is the history of this famous ...

In 1994, John Paul delivered a famous homily upon the completion of the restoration of the Sistine Chapel frescoes, boldly declaring that “the Sistine Chapel is precisely the sanctuary of the ...

As the papal conclave is set to begin to elect a new pope, the eyes of the world are on the Sistine Chapel, which will hold ...

Vatican technicians are transforming the Sistine Chapel into a secure enclave where 133 cardinals will meet to elect the next ...

From the majestic art to the white smoke, here's what to know about the Sistine Chapel, the sacred site of the conclave.

The cardinals of the Roman Catholic Church will gather on May 7 to elect a new pope in one of the most famous buildings in the world, the Sistine Chapel.

The Vatican is closing the Sistine Chapel to the public as part of preparations for the conclave to elect the next pope after ...

The Sistine Chapel is also known for housing artistic masterpieces courtesy of various artists who painted breathtaking frescoes that adorn its interior. The first interior decorations date back ...