Vatican City, April 28, 2025 (AFP) - Vatican closes Sistine Chapel ahead of conclave

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2025-04-28

The Vatican on Monday closed the Sistine Chapel to begin preparations for the conclave, during which Catholic cardinals from around the world cast ballots to elect a new pope. "Notice is hereby given that the Sistine Chapel will be closed to the public as of Monday 28 April 2025 for the requirements of the conclave," the Vatican Museums said on its website, ahead of an expected announcement of the conclave date. cmk/ide/ar/ach ...

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