this basilica is one of Rome's four major basilicas. Its richly decorated interior features a splendid collection of ancient mosaics, most of which date back to the 5 th century, and a gilded ceiling ...

Pope Leo XIV appears at the central balcony of the Arch Basilica of St. John Lateran after presiding over a Mass and takes possession of the Roman Cathedra, formalising his role as Bishop of Rome ...

Pope Leo XIV appears from the balcony at the Basilica of St. Mary Major to take possession of the last of the four major papal basilicas that completes the symbolic and liturgical “taking ...

Pope Leo XIV appears at the central balcony of the Arch Basilica of St. John Lateran after presiding over a Mass and takes possession of the Roman Cathedra, formalising his role as Bishop of Rome ...