Up to 2 million pilgrims are expected to travel to Rome this week to mark the passing of Pope John Paul II. The Pope died Saturday night at the age of 84. The College of Cardinals decided today that the funeral of the Pope will be held at the Vatican on Friday. He will then be buried in the crypt beneath St Peter’s Basilica. The pope is now lying in state in the Basilica.
Up to 2 Million to Attend Pope’s Funeral
HeadlineApr 04, 2005