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Apostolic Palace
The Apostolic Palace, the official residence of the Pope, sits at the heart of Vatican City and anchors the papal complex you’re passing today. Built over a long arc of history, it’s tied to Renaissance brilliance and to Donato Bramante in its broader architectural lineage, with much of the present form dating from the late 16th century (often associated with 1589–dated developments). The palace houses the papal apartments, offices of the Holy See, private and public chapels, and world-renowned spaces like the Vatican Museums and Vatican Library, including the Sistine Chapel, the Raphael Rooms, and the famed Borgia Apartments. Tourists can glimpse portions of the palace and its storied interiors: the Scala Regia staircase leads you toward the very heart of papal ceremonial space, while areas such as the Sala Regia and Cappella Paolina are typically restricted, though the Sala Regia has seen occasional access. …
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