Pope Francis' coffin brought to final resting place DW 04/26/2025
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Pope Francis' funeral on April 26, 2025, was marked by a significant turnout as hundreds of thousands gathered in St. Peter's Square to honor the late pontiff. World leaders, including both current and former US presidents, attended the ceremonies. Francis, aged 88, will be laid to rest in St. Mary Major Basilica, a departure from tradition, in a simple tomb inscribed only with his name. His passing has elicited a global expression of grief, evidenced by the immense crowds who paid their respects in St. Peter's Basilica.
Hundreds of thousands of people flocked to St. Peter's Square for the funeral and burial ceremonies for Pope Francis that are underway, with notable world leaders in attendance.
Pope Francis will break with tradition and be laid to rest in St. Mary Major Basilica, near Rome's main train station, where a simple tomb awaits him.
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