Today, 133 cardinals from around the globe enter the Sistine Chapel to elect the next pope, preserving a centuries-old tradition. The chapel, a masterpiece of Renaissance artistry commissioned by Pope Sixtus IV, is famed for its frescoes by artists such as Botticelli and Michelangelo. Though its ceiling was painted by Michelangelo much later, it remains a vital symbol of papal authority and artistic achievement, continuing to host the culmination of religious leadership decisions in the heart of Vatican City.
Today, 133 cardinals gather in the Sistine Chapel to elect the next pope, continuing a tradition in this monumental space, rich with Renaissance art.
The Sistine Chapel, renowned for Michelangelo's iconic ceiling, has served as the papal conclave venue, connecting contemporary religious practice with historical artistry.
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