Pope Francis' wake: How Rome's climate influences the embalming of the pontiff's body

The method is not legally recognized in Italy, but it is used with many celebrities - or with foreigners awaiting repatriation. Italian expert explains procedure and advantages.

The treatment performed on the body of the Pontiff exposed in St. Peter's. A hygienic-conservative procedure that allows to maintain the natural appearance of the d...

The body of Pope Francis has been subjected to a new method of conservation that has already been applied to Benedict XVI.

Pope Francis' wake: How Rome's climate influences the embalming of the pontiff's body

Pope Francis is lying in state for three days at the Vatican before thousands of faithful. In a hot and humid climate, embalming was key to preserving his body without signs of decomposition. Learn about the meticulous papal funeral protocol, and what past tragedies shaped his evolution.It was essential that special treatment be given to the Pope's body before public display.Thousands of faithful filed through St. Peter's Basilica to bid farewel…

In St. Peter's Basilica believers can say goodbye to Pope Francis. But how is the body prepared? An expert explains.

The faithful can pay their respects at the coffin of Pope Francis until Friday evening, the body will be on display until then. The post What was done with Pope Francis' body was revealed first appeared on Most Hír.