Vatican

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Languages and population of Vatican City

Vatican City is a city state that came into existence in 1929. It is therefore to be clearly distinguished from the Holy See, which already was in existence for many centuries before that date.

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Education and Study in Holy See (Vatican City State)

If you are someone who is searching for knowledge about Catholicism, then the best place for you to learn is at the Vatican. The Vatican is the center of the Catholic faith, and of course higher learning of the Roman Catholic ways.

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Political system of Vatican

The government of Vatican City has a unique structure. The Pope is the sovereign of the state. Legislative authority is vested in the Pontifical Commission for Vatican City State, a body of cardinals appointed by the Pope for five-year periods.