The head of the basilica that is housing Pope Francis's tomb says it reflects his “humble, simple and essential" life.

As people the world over mourn the passing of Pope Francis and visit the Holy See to pay homage, here’s what to know about ...

Argentina-born Francis prayed in the basilica early on March 14, 2013, the day after he became the first Latin American pope.

With St. Peter’s, St. John Lateran, St. Paul Outside the Walls, it is one of four basilicas in Rome granted special status by ...