It is an independent city-state and enclave surrounded by Rome, Italy. it is the smallest state in the world by both area and population. As governed by the Holy See, the Vatican City State is an ecclesiastical or sacerdotal-monarchical state (a type of theocracy) ruled by the pope.
One of the most beautiful places I visited so far and an important landmark to christianity. Where I visited museums, including the Sistine Chapel, and the majestic St. Peter's Basílica.