From the majestic art to the white smoke, here's what to know about the Sistine Chapel, the sacred site of the conclave.

According to the Holy See, over 100 cardinal electors participated and renewed their oath of secrecy prescribed by the ...

The best time to be in St. Peter's Square to see the smoke is just after 7 p.m. the first day of the conclave, May 7; and on ...

The Vatican is closing the Sistine Chapel to the public as part of preparations for the conclave to elect the next pope after ...

The best time to be in St. Peter’s Square to see the smoke is just after 7 p.m. the first day of the conclave, May 7; and on ...

The election of a new pope is both mysterious and theatrical. The spectacle draws huge crowds and global attention—and yet ...

It is one of the wonders of the world, attracting millions of visitors every year. But those now in Rome hoping to admire the ...

White smoke billows from the chimney on the roof of the Sistine Chapel indicating the College of Cardinals has elected a new ...

The Vatican opened St. Peter’s Basilica to the general public Wednesday to pay their final respects to Pope Francis, with ...

Meanwhile, Several images of Pope Francis lying in state in the chapel of his former home, Casa Santa Marta, have been ...

Pope Francis's death comes after a series of health struggles. He held his final public appearance on Easter Sunday.