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5 heritage sites in Bengaluru that have shaped the city’s identity
Bangalore PalaceBangalore Palace was constructed in 1878 by Chamaraja Wadiyar. The palace is a beautiful example of ...
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Pope recognises 'God's architect' Gaudi as 'venerable'
The Catholic Church has put Antoni Gaudi, the designer of Barcelona's Sagrada Familia basilica nicknamed "God's architect", ...
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Vatican Updates Rules for Mass Intentions, Permits Collective Offerings Under Strict Conditions
The document addresses the growing challenge of clergy shortages in many regions, making it difficult to fulfill all requested Mass intentions while preserving their spiritual significance.
Pope puts Sagrada Familia architect Gaudi on path to sainthood
Pope Francis has approved the first step towards sainthood for Antoni Gaudi, the modernist architect behind Barcelona's ...
Pope Francis makes short visit to St. Peter’s Basilica after royal meeting
A day after his meeting with King Charles III, Pope Francis made an unscheduled visit to St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City ...
Convalescing Pope Francis opens Holy Week with in-person greeting in St. Peter’s Square
A convalescing Pope Francis greeted the crowd in St. Peter’s Square on Palm Sunday, wishing more than 20,000 faithful a ...
Ancient landmark Hagia Sophia, 'simply unique, without parallel,' attracts long line of tourists
The Hagia Sophia remains a highly popular tourist destination, attracting millions of travelers. Here is a detailed look at ...
Pope Francis makes in-person appearance at St. Peter's Square to open Holy Week
The Argentinian pope is entering his fourth week of convalescence during which doctors have advised him to avoid crowds.
Pope Francis opens Holy Week with in-person greeting in St. Peter's Square
A convalescing Pope Francis has greeted the crowd in St_ Peter’s Square on Palm Sunday, wishing more than 20,000 faithful a ...
Explore the French city where North African cuisine is a local favorite
One of Europe’s most multicultural cities, Marseille is home to a large North African population whose traditional dishes ...
A still recovering Pope Francis makes surprise visit to basilica Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome
In another surprise visit by Pope Francis early Saturday afternoon, Vatican sources confirmed that the Pontiff visited the basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome and stopped to pray before the icon ...