The Sistine Chapel, a treasure trove of art and history, has temporarily closed its doors as the world anticipates the papal conclave. This article delves into the intriguing preparations and ...

From the majestic art to the white smoke, here's what to know about the Sistine Chapel, the sacred site of the conclave.

most famously "The Creation of Adam" in which God reaches with his finger to touch the outstretched hand of the first man. * More than 20 years later, Michelangelo was commissioned to paint the ...