St. Peter’s Basilica (Italian: San Pietro in Vaticano) is a major basilica in Vatican City. St. Peter’s Basilica stands on the traditional site where Peter – the apostle, who is considered the first pope, was crucified and buried in 64 A.D. St. Peter’s Tomb is under the main altar and many other popes are also… Read More Famous Churches – St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City, Rome