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      VATICAN CITY STATE
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Vatican City State, in the
heart of Rome, is the world's
smallest independent state and
headquarters of the Roman
Catholic Church. It has its
own police, newspaper,
coinage, stamps and radio
station. Its main tourist
attractions are the frescoes
of the Sistine Chapel, painted
by Michelangelo. The Pope
exercises sovereignty and has
absolute legislative,
executive and judicial powers.

Area (Sq. Km): 0.44

Population: 778

Capital: Vatican City

Language:
Latin

Religion:
Roman Catholic

Government Type:
Papal Commission

Currency: Vatican City lira

Apostolic Nunciature:
54 Parkside
London
SW19 5NE
0181-946-1410

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Foreign Office Advice:

Normal care and precautions
should be taken.

For more information ring:

 Foreign Office Travel Unit

       0171-270-4129