The Holy See is often confused with the Vatican City, however, the Vatican was not established until 1929, and the Holy See has been in existence since the early Christian days. The Holy See is really the Episcopal jurisdiction of the Bishop of Rome, which we know as the Pope. The Holy See is recognized by as a sovereign entity by international law, which is led by the Pope whereas diplomatic relations can be preserved.
The Holy See is the central government of the Catholic Church from which the Pope ministers to his flock of over a billion Roman Catholics, The Holy see has a diplomatic relationship with over 170 countries, issues such things as stamps, coins, and passports. Has publishing house, a radio station, and quarters a regime of the Swiss Guards.
A personal private tour with Vatican Expert Guide will allow you to see the many wonderful artifacts, historical buildings, and of course the home of the Pope where the beginning of the Catholic Church began and is still governed. The magnificent architecture, along with the preserved history of Christianity is in tact and is found through various buildings within the Vatican City.
A custom personal tour with an official guide will allow you to not only see history, but also learn of the secrets, politics, and more of the Holy See and the Vatican. As one of the most influential governing states of the world, the Holy See has diplomatic relations with the European Union, the Sovereign Military Order of Malta as well 172 other countries along with special relations with the Palestine Liberation Organization and the Russian Federation.
A visit to the Vatican is one that must be enjoyed for not only its beauty and history but also its power in the world. A visit to Rome, without stepping through into St. Peters Square and viewing the beauty of the Vatican would be missing one of the worlds most historical as well as a masterpiece of design. Allow one of our official guides provide you with a personal customized tour of the Vatican.