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FRANCE. YVELINES (78). VERSAILLES. CASTLE OF VERSAILLES. QUEEN'S STAIRCASE: WALL ORNAMENTATION Photo by Jean-Francois Rollinger/Only Paris/ABACAPRESS.COM

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UNITED STATES, NEW YORK CITY, LOWER MANHATTAN, SOHO. LAST SUN RAYS ON LOFT BUILDING WITH FACADE ORNAMENTATION AND COPPER CORNICE. SOHO CAST IRON BUILDING HISTORIC DISTRICT ALONG LOWER BROADWAY Photo by Francois Roux/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Vespers Service Inside St Mary Major Basilica - Rome

The tomb of late Pope Francis in the basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica, as shown in the attached plan. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo: (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

People queue to see the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

People queue to see the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

People queue to see the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

People queue to see the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

A white rose lays on the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

People queue to see the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

People queue to see the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

People queue to see the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

People queue to see the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

People queue to see the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

A white rose lays on the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

People queue to see the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

A white rose lays on the tomb of Pope Francis on the first day of its opening to the public in Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

The tomb of late Pope Francis in the basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo: (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

The tomb of late Pope Francis in the basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica, as shown in the attached plan. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo: (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

The tomb of late Pope Francis in the basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo: (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tomb Of Pope Francis At Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Rome

The tomb of late Pope Francis in the basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, Italy on April 27, 2025. Pope Francis (1936-2025) wrote in his testament that he wanted to be buried in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major). ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’. Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo: (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Place Where Pope Francis Wants To Be Buried - Rome

Pope Francis wrote in his testament that he wants to be buried behind this door which is in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major) in Rome, Italy on April, 2025. ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica, as shown in the attached plan. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’ . Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Place Where Pope Francis Wants To Be Buried - Rome

Pope Francis wrote in his testament that he wants to be buried behind this door which is in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major) in Rome, Italy on April, 2025. ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica, as shown in the attached plan. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’ . Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Place Where Pope Francis Wants To Be Buried - Rome

Pope Francis wrote in his testament that he wants to be buried behind this door which is in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major) in Rome, Italy on April, 2025. ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica, as shown in the attached plan. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’ . Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Place Where Pope Francis Wants To Be Buried - Rome

Pope Francis wrote in his testament that he wants to be buried behind this door (left) which is in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major) in Rome, Italy on April, 2025. ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica, as shown in the attached plan. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’ . Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Place Where Pope Francis Wants To Be Buried - Rome

Pope Francis wrote in his testament that he wants to be buried behind this door which is in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major) in Rome, Italy on April, 2025. ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica, as shown in the attached plan. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’ . Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Place Where Pope Francis Wants To Be Buried - Rome

Pope Francis wrote in his testament that he wants to be buried behind this door which is in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major) in Rome, Italy on April, 2025. ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica, as shown in the attached plan. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’ . Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Place Where Pope Francis Wants To Be Buried - Rome

Pope Francis wrote in his testament that he wants to be buried behind this door which is in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major) in Rome, Italy on April, 2025. ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica, as shown in the attached plan. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’ . Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Place Where Pope Francis Wants To Be Buried - Rome

Pope Francis wrote in his testament that he wants to be buried behind this door which is in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major) in Rome, Italy on April, 2025. ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica, as shown in the attached plan. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’ . Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Place Where Pope Francis Wants To Be Buried - Rome

Pope Francis wrote in his testament that he wants to be buried behind this door (left) which is in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major) in Rome, Italy on April, 2025. ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica, as shown in the attached plan. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’ . Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Place Where Pope Francis Wants To Be Buried - Rome

Pope Francis wrote in his testament that he wants to be buried behind this door which is in the left nave of the basilica Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major) in Rome, Italy on April, 2025. ‘I ask that my tomb be prepared in the burial niche in the side aisle between the Pauline Chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza Chapel of the Basilica, as shown in the attached plan. The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus’ . Unlike the majority of popes who have been interred beneath St Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis has reportedly made arrangements to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino district. The basilica, one of the four major papal basilicas, has historically been the resting place of seven pope. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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2024 White House Christmas Decorations Preview

First lady Dr Jill Biden listens prior to making remarks to National Guard families from across the country, who are the first public members to view the 2024 White House Christmas decorations, as part of her “Joining Forces” initiative, following the press preview of the ornamentation in the in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 2, 2024. This year’s holiday theme is “A Season of Peace and Light.” When asked to comment on Hunter Biden’s presidential pardon, Dr. Biden responded “Of course I support the pardon of my son” Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP

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2024 White House Christmas Decorations Preview

First lady Dr Jill Biden, surrounded by children from National Guard families from across the country, makes remarks to the families who are the first public members to view the 2024 White House Christmas decorations, as part of her “Joining Forces” initiative, following the press preview of the ornamentation in the in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 2, 2024. This year’s holiday theme is “A Season of Peace and Light.” When asked to comment on Hunter Biden’s presidential pardon, Dr. Biden responded “Of course I support the pardon of my son” Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP

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2024 White House Christmas Decorations Preview

First Lieutenant ShyQuira Garden, Delaware National Guard, right, introduces first lady Dr Jill Biden who will make remarks to National Guard families from across the country, who are the first public members to view the 2024 White House Christmas decorations, as part of her “Joining Forces” initiative, following the press preview of the ornamentation in the in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 2, 2024. This year’s holiday theme is “A Season of Peace and Light.” When asked to comment on Hunter Biden’s presidential pardon, Dr. Biden responded “Of course I support the pardon of my son” Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP

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2024 White House Christmas Decorations Preview

First lady Dr Jill Biden, surrounded by children from National Guard families from across the country, makes remarks to the families who are the first public members to view the 2024 White House Christmas decorations, as part of her “Joining Forces” initiative, following the press preview of the ornamentation in the in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 2, 2024. This year’s holiday theme is “A Season of Peace and Light.” When asked to comment on Hunter Biden’s presidential pardon, Dr. Biden responded “Of course I support the pardon of my son” Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP

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2024 White House Christmas Decorations Preview

First lady Dr Jill Biden makes remarks to National Guard families from across the country, who are the first public members to view the 2024 White House Christmas decorations, as part of her “Joining Forces” initiative, following the press preview of the ornamentation in the in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 2, 2024. This year’s holiday theme is “A Season of Peace and Light.” When asked to comment on Hunter Biden’s presidential pardon, Dr. Biden responded “Of course I support the pardon of my son” Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP

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2024 White House Christmas Decorations Preview

First lady Dr Jill Biden makes remarks to National Guard families from across the country, who are the first public members to view the 2024 White House Christmas decorations, as part of her “Joining Forces” initiative, following the press preview of the ornamentation in the in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 2, 2024. This year’s holiday theme is “A Season of Peace and Light.” When asked to comment on Hunter Biden’s presidential pardon, Dr. Biden responded “Of course I support the pardon of my son” Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP

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2024 White House Christmas Decorations Preview

General Steven S. Nordhaus, Chief of the National Guard Bureau, right, speaks prior to first lady Dr Jill Bide, left,n delivering remarks to National Guard families from across the country, who are the first public members to view the 2024 White House Christmas decorations, as part of her “Joining Forces” initiative, following the press preview of the ornamentation in the in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 2, 2024. This year’s holiday theme is “A Season of Peace and Light.” When asked to comment on Hunter Biden’s presidential pardon, Dr. Biden responded “Of course I support the pardon of my son” Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP

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2024 White House Christmas Decorations Preview

___________during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois USA at the United Center on ______, August __, 2024. Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP for NY PostFirst lady Dr Jill Biden makes remarks to National Guard families from across the country, who are the first public members to view the 2024 White House Christmas decorations, as part of her “Joining Forces” initiative, following the press preview of the ornamentation in the in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 2, 2024. This year’s holiday theme is “A Season of Peace and Light.” Dr. Biden responded “Of course I support the pardon of my son” when asked to comment on Hunter Biden’s pardon. Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP

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2024 White House Christmas Decorations Preview

First lady Dr Jill Biden makes remarks to National Guard families from across the country, who are the first public members to view the 2024 White House Christmas decorations, as part of her “Joining Forces” initiative, following the press preview of the ornamentation in the in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 2, 2024. This year’s holiday theme is “A Season of Peace and Light.” When asked to comment on Hunter Biden’s presidential pardon, Dr. Biden responded “Of course I support the pardon of my son” Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP

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2024 White House Christmas Decorations Preview

First lady Dr Jill Biden concludes her remarks to National Guard families from across the country, who are the first public members to view the 2024 White House Christmas decorations, as part of her “Joining Forces” initiative, following the press preview of the ornamentation in the in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 2, 2024. This year’s holiday theme is “A Season of Peace and Light.” Dr. Biden responded “Of course I support the pardon of my son” when asked to comment on Hunter Biden’s pardon. Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP

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2024 White House Christmas Decorations Preview

First lady Dr Jill Biden makes remarks to National Guard families from across the country, who are the first public members to view the 2024 White House Christmas decorations, as part of her “Joining Forces” initiative, following the press preview of the ornamentation in the in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 2, 2024. This year’s holiday theme is “A Season of Peace and Light.” When asked to comment on Hunter Biden’s presidential pardon, Dr. Biden responded “Of course I support the pardon of my son” Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP

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2024 White House Christmas Decorations Preview

First lady Dr Jill Biden responds to a reporter’s question concerning Hunter Biden’s pardon after making remarks to National Guard families from across the country, who are the first public members to view the 2024 White House Christmas decorations, as part of her “Joining Forces” initiative, following the press preview of the ornamentation in the in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 2, 2024. This year’s holiday theme is “A Season of Peace and Light.” Dr. Biden said in response to the question “Of course I support the pardon of my son” Credit: Ron Sachs / CNP

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Christmas is coming

Angel chimes. LEHTIKUVA / EMMI KORHONEN - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Emmi Korhonen/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Christmas is coming

Angel chimes. LEHTIKUVA / EMMI KORHONEN - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Emmi Korhonen/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Decorating Christmas tree

Christmas tree decorations in Espoo, Finland on December 17, 2023. LEHTIKUVA / HEIKKI SAUKKOMAA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Heikki Saukkomaa/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Decorating Christmas tree

Pet dog rests while child decorates a Christmas tree in Espoo, Finland on December 17, 2023. LEHTIKUVA / HEIKKI SAUKKOMAA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Heikki Saukkomaa/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Decorating Christmas tree

A child decorating a Christmas tree in Espoo, Finland on December 17, 2023. LEHTIKUVA / HEIKKI SAUKKOMAA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Heikki Saukkomaa/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Decorating Christmas tree

Christmas tree decorations in Espoo, Finland on December 17, 2023. LEHTIKUVA / HEIKKI SAUKKOMAA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Heikki Saukkomaa/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Decorating Christmas tree

Mother and child decorating a Christmas tree in Espoo, Finland on December 17, 2023. LEHTIKUVA / HEIKKI SAUKKOMAA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Heikki Saukkomaa/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Decorating Christmas tree

Mother and child decorating a Christmas tree in Espoo, Finland on December 17, 2023. LEHTIKUVA / HEIKKI SAUKKOMAA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Heikki Saukkomaa/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)