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Now playing Next Vatican Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI's tomb open to the public The tomb of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI beneath St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City in now open to the public. The pontiff was buried on January 5th immediately following a funeral in St. Peter’s Square. 08/01/2023
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