Saint Peter's Square

Saint Peter's Square is a large, impressive open space in Vatican City outside St. Peter's Basilica. Designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, it features an elegant elliptical shape, grand colonnades, and a central Egyptian obelisk. The square can hold thousands of visitors and is used for major religious events, papal audiences, and ceremonies. Its architecture directs attention toward the basilica and emphasizes unity and grandeur, serving as a symbolic gathering place for the Catholic community worldwide. The space combines artistic beauty with spiritual significance, making it one of the most iconic religious sites globally.