Today is the last opportunity for mourners to visit St. Peter’s Basilica and pay their respects to Pope Francis, whose open coffin is on display under Michelangelo’s dome. The queue has drawn over 61,000 people since Wednesday, with many waiting for hours, even in the rain, to witness this historic moment before the basilica closes its doors. As the 7 PM cutoff approaches, the atmosphere intensifies, reflecting Francis’ significant impact on the Catholic Church during his 13-year tenure.
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