| They represent the greatest collection of antiques
in the world. The museums are housed in the buildings erected by
the various Popes from the 13 century. The palace's estimated 1,400
rooms, chapels, and galleries contain nearly 5 miles (8 km) of displays.
In 1503 Julius II started to display a few classical work of art
in the Belvedere Court; since then on, Popes continued and completed
to gather and to select the greatest treasures of art. The collections
are displayed in geographical and chronological order and cover
ancient, modern and contemporary art works. For the interest and
diversity of their treasures, the Vatican museums are a must for
everyone visiting Rome. |
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