The farewell ceremony of Benedict XVI is held in the Vatican

The farewell ceremony of Benedict XVI is held in the Vatican
The farewell ceremony for the departed Pope Benedict XVI has begun in St. Petri's Basilica in the Vatican.

Qazet.az reports that "Corriere della Sera" published information about this.

The pope's body is displayed in the center of the basilica without a coffin, dressed in red liturgical vestments and holding a rosary.

Those who want to say goodbye to the deceased have been lining up since morning. Vida will last three days in total. Italian Prime Minister George Meloni also participated in the ceremony today. About 60,000 people are expected to attend the funeral.

It should be noted that Benedict XVI died on December 31 at the age of 95. He was the first Pope to "retire" due to his health and lived the last 10 years of his life in a monastery.