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March 27, 2025

ITALY'S HOLY SITES ARE FIT FOR ROYALTY

- SARAH MARSHALL

DIVINE destinations

REGARDED as one of the most romantic places in the world, there couldn't be a more fitting place for King Charles and Queen Camilla to celebrate their wedding anniversary than Italy. Next month, the royal couple will make a state visit - rumoured to coincide with the day they married (April 9).

But there are other reasons for the royal tour - 2025 is a Jubilee year in Rome, the Vatican City and across Italy, a celebration marked every quarter of a century.

So even non-religious travellers can enjoy Italy's collection of godly attractions. These are the country's holiest highlights.

EXPLORE THE BEST SITES IN ROME

Anyone heading to Rome this year will undoubtedly explore the Vatican. The world's smallest state is likely to draw even larger crowds than usual, making it advisable to book an organised tour.

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