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Hand-drawn vector sketch of the White Smoke above the Sistine Chapel during a pope election. The White Smoke is the sign that a new pope was elected. Black-and-White sketch on a transparent background (.eps-file). Included files: EPS (v8) and Hi-Res JPG.

Vatican City, Vatican City State - October 11, 2007: External view of the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican City, seen at the centre of the photo. It is towards this roof that the faithful gathered in Saint Peter's Square look to, for the first signs of a newly elected pope by the Conclave of the College of Cardinals: black smoke denotes that the ballot was inconclusive, white smoke indicates they have a new Pope. The Sistine Chapel is the Pope's private chapel. To the left is a section of St. Peter's Basilica. To the right is a section of the Vatican Museum and Palace. Photo shot in the afternoon sunlight from St. Peter's Square; horizontal format.

Rome, Italy - April 14, 2015: Vatican City is the world's smallest independent state in the world and it is surrounded entirely by a brick wall as its boundary. The Citte del Vaticano sits in the middle of Rome, Italy, measuring 110 acres. It is home to St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums, as well as to the Pope of the Catholic Church. Pictured here is the entrance to the museums, towered over by one lone Mediterranean pine tree. and a sculpture of Michelangelo and Raphael, two Renaissance artists who created many works still seen within Vatican City.

Rome, Italy - April 14, 2015: Vatican City is the world's smallest independent state in the world and it is surrounded entirely by a brick wall as its boundary. The Citte del Vaticano sits in the middle of Rome, Italy, measuring 110 acres. It is home to St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums, as well as to the Pope of the Catholic Church. Pictured here is one of the Swiss Guard, tasked with protecting the Pope's residence. He is wearing the traditional uniform originally designed by Michelangelo.

Rome, Italy - April 14, 2015: Vatican City is the world's smallest independent state in the world and it is surrounded entirely by a brick wall as its boundary. The Citte del Vaticano sits in the middle of Rome, Italy, measuring 110 acres. It is home to St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums, as well as to the Pope of the Catholic Church. Pictured here is a statue of St. Peter outside the basilica with all of the saints lining the eaves around St. Peter's Square.

When you pack your backpack, get on a plane and leave the country for the first time as a young person you realize how big the world really is. This is a selection of images from when my wife and I did just that for 3 months all through Europe.When you pack your backpack, get on a plane and leave the country for the first time as a young person you realize how big the world really is. This is a selection of images from when my wife and I did just that for 3 months all through Europe.

Vaticano, the world's smallest officially recognized independent state, occupies a unique position within Rome, Italy. This city-state, also known as the Holy See, serves as the spiritual center of the Catholic Church and home to the Pope. With its rich history, stunning architecture, and cultural treasures, Vatican City offers a fascinating and inspiring experience for visitors.

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