Pope Francis's Tomb at Santa Maria Maggiore Church in Rome

Images of Pope Francis's tomb at the Santa Maria Maggiore church in Rome have been released, with thousands of mourners paying their respects. The late pope was known for his simplicity and devotion to the Virgin Mary.

Opening of Pope Francis' Tomb at St. Mary Major Basilica in Rome

The tomb of Pope Francis was opened to visitors at St. Mary Major Basilica in Rome a day after his funeral, with thousands lining up to pay their respects. Cardinal Pietro Parolin delivered a homily focusing on God's mercy and the late pope's legacy. World leaders and Catholic faithful gathered for the events. A conclave to elect the next pope is expected to start between May 5 and May 10.

Tribute to Pope Francis in Rome

Catholic worshippers pay their respects at the tomb of Pope Francis in Rome's Basilica of St. Mary Major. The tomb reflects his humble and simple life, with a white marble slab engraved with his Latin name, 'Franciscus'.

Visiting the Tomb of Pope Francis

Roman Catholic faithful visit the tomb of Pope Francis in St. Mary Major Basilica in Rome, paying respects and expressing gratitude for his inspiration and guidance. The tomb was opened on the second day of official mourning for Francis, with a conclave to elect the next pope to be held soon.

Pope Francis Funeral

Pope Francis funeral held in St. Peter's Square with tens of thousands of mourners and world leaders in attendance. His body will be buried in Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore, the first time a pontiff is not laid to rest inside the Vatican since 1903. Political leaders and heads of state from over 110 nations attended the funeral, including President Trump, former President Joe Biden, and various Christian clergy. The funeral was relatively traditional but pared down as per Francis' wishes. His tomb will be inscribed with the Latin name 'Franciscus.'

Discovery of Unknown Pharaoh's Tomb in Egypt

Archaeologists discovered an unknown pharaoh's tomb dating back 3,600 years near the city of Abydos in Egypt. The tomb was found 23 feet underground and contained mudbrick vaults. The excavation revealed new evidence about the Abydos dynasty.

Discovery of Ancient Egyptian King Thutmose II's Tomb

The missing tomb of ancient Egyptian King Thutmose II has been unearthed, marking the first royal tomb discovery in over 100 years since King Tutankhamen’s tomb in 1922.

Discovery of long-lost tomb of Egyptian pharaoh Thutmose II

A long-lost tomb of Egyptian pharaoh Thutmose II, husband of Queen Hatshepsut and ancestor of Tutankhamen, was found in 2022 near the Valley of the Kings. The tomb, initially believed to be for a royal wife, was found to belong to a pharaoh, filling a gap in archaeological knowledge. The tomb was deliberately emptied after being flooded years after the king's burial, but artifacts and inscriptions helped identify it. This discovery is considered one of the most important in the century by Egypt.

Discovery of Ancient Egyptian King Thutmose II's Tomb

A royal tomb belonging to ancient Egyptian King Thutmose II has been unearthed in Luxor, Egypt. Initially thought to belong to a queen, it was later confirmed to be the king's tomb. The discovery is considered significant and provides insight into the region's history and the king's reign.