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St. Peter's Basilica

1506 CE

Renaissance church in Vatican City, the largest in the…

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Roman Catholic basilica and landmark in Vatican City

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Landmark · Europe

St. Peter's Basilica

1506 CE – still standing

Renaissance church in Vatican City, the largest in the world

Standing in 1506 CE

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