Vatican City, the smallest country (independent state) in the world, is located close to downtown Rome. It serves as the administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church and includes some of the most iconic sites, which house masterpieces by famous artists like Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael. It attracts huge numbers of pilgrims and visitors. The experience of standing under the Sistine Chapel’s ceiling and using binoculars to admire the famous paintings was impressive...