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20 “Secrets” of the Sistine Chapel

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Maria Paola Daud - published on 05/07/18

An unforgettable tour of the little-known curiosities of Michelangelo's masterpiece

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One of the most emblematic places in Christendom, the Sistine Chapel is also a place full of mysteries and encoded messages—as well as admirable beauty.

Discover its incredible “secrets” by clicking “Launch the slideshow” in the image below:

If you can’t visit the Sistine Chapel in person, see it virtually here.

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