Over 250,000 Attend Pope Francis’s Funeral in Vatican

Vatican City: Over 250,000 people attended Pope Francis’s funeral, according to the information provided by the Vatican from the “competent authorities” as the service was closing on Saturday. Rome police reported that thousands of faithful had already gathered early on Saturday along the six-kilometre route of the late pontiff’s funeral procession from St Peter’s to Rome’s Basilica of Saint Mary Major, where he will be laid to rest.

According to Ansa News Agency, the large turnout is a testament to Pope Francis’s impact and the devotion of his followers. The event saw crowds lining the path to pay their respects to the pontiff, highlighting the significant role he played in the lives of many. The procession and the subsequent burial site at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major mark a significant moment for the Catholic community and the city of Rome.