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But the ties between the papacy and Monaco run deep with Catholicism the state religion in the principality, and the Vatican sees diplomatic mileage in working closely with another small state.
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Antonia Mortensen, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
The flat is centrally located in the City of the Popes, a moniker bestowed upon Avignon for having briefly served as the seat of the papacy from 1309 to 1377 (a big Catholic drama—ask me about it over a glass of Lillet).
—Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2026
The gesture was acclaimed by supporters of a humble pope but attracted criticism from conservatives, who accused him of divesting the papacy of a sacred element.
—CBS News, 14 Mar. 2026
Francis’ choice was in keeping with his simple taste and disdain for the pomp of the papacy.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
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Antonia Mortensen, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
The flat is centrally located in the City of the Popes, a moniker bestowed upon Avignon for having briefly served as the seat of the papacy from 1309 to 1377 (a big Catholic drama—ask me about it over a glass of Lillet).
—Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2026
The gesture was acclaimed by supporters of a humble pope but attracted criticism from conservatives, who accused him of divesting the papacy of a sacred element.
—CBS News, 14 Mar. 2026
Francis’ choice was in keeping with his simple taste and disdain for the pomp of the papacy.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
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