The Sistine Chapel is a famous building located in Vatican City. It is a masterpiece completely dedicated to art, of great beauty and above all, unique in its style. The Vatican is a sovereign country located in the center of Rome, the capital of Italy, and serves as the residence of the Pope.
The majesty of this place not only represents one of the most visited sites and one of great historical value, such as the Vatican. Important ceremonies and events such as the election of the pope are held there. Entering this chapel provokes a series of mixed feelings, and its beauty catches the eyes of everyone who visits it. Completely restored in 1473 and completed almost 10 years later, the structure owes its name to Pope Sixtus IV, since it was thanks to him that the restoration began.
Looking at all the light-filled works around you, you will immediately wonder who was the genius capable of turning the Sistine Chapel into a work of art with his paintings? Well, it could not be other than Michelangelo, famous painter and sculptor of the time, and author of one of the masterpieces of the Renaissance: the mural of «The Last Judgment»
The vault of this chapel is the main attraction, since in it are the images of the immense work. The paintings were made between 1508 and 1512, in order to replace the blue background and the stars that were previously on the ceiling.
What is the mystery behind each of these paintings? Firstly it represents the final judgment; however, it is believed that the different popes who were head of the Vatican over time left something on that roof to last. This masterpiece carries with it the secret history of the pontiffs.
Although this building is architecturally rich internally, it is not extravagant on the outside. The chapel is totally rectangular and of considerable height. It does not present any adornment that stands out or large sculptures that attract attention. However, the great painting is still being studied by important personalities of culture, and many hypotheses have been made about its realization.
I visited the! Draw your own conclusions as to why these paintings were made. It is a small country, but one full of mysteries.