"Pope Francis' open casket will be displayed for public viewing in Saint Peter's Basilica for three days, allowing mourners to pay their respects to the late pontiff."
"Unlike traditional practices, the late pontiff's casket will be placed on the main altar facing the pews rather than on an elevated bier."
"The public will have the opportunity for mourning, with the Basilica open until midnight on Wednesday and Thursday before the viewing ends on Friday evening."
"Pope Francis, who passed away at 88, will have his casket displayed for three days, offering the faithful a chance to say goodbye."
Pope Francis passed away at the age of 88, and his open casket is being displayed at the Casa Santa Marta, his former residence. Following this, he will lie in state at Saint Peter's Basilica for three days, accommodating public visits. Unusually, his casket will be positioned on the main altar, facing parishioners, rather than on an elevated bier as is customary for popes. The viewing period will continue until midnight for the first two days, concluding with public mourning on Friday evening.
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