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Vatican Museums

Vatican Museums

Explore a vast collection of art and history, featuring Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel, Raphael's frescoes, classical sculptures, and Egyptian mummies.
The Vatican Museums, located within Vatican City in Rome, are a renowned complex of art and historical museums established in the early 16th century by Pope Julius II. These museums house an extensive collection of art and historical artifacts amassed by the Roman Catholic Church over centuries. Highlights include the Sistine Chapel, famous for Michelangelo's ceiling and "The Last Judgment," and the Raphael Rooms, adorned with frescoes by Raphael and his workshop. The museums also feature classical sculptures, Renaissance masterpieces, and Egyptian mummies, offering a comprehensive journey through art and history.