Thousands fill St. Peter's Square to say farewell to a beloved pope

Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday, will be buried this Saturday in Rome. According to Vatican data, the mass of the dead in front of St. Peter's Basilica persecuted more than 250,000 people in the open air.

Thousands fill St. Peter's Square to say farewell to a beloved pope

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After three days the St. Peter's Basilica closes the doors. Hundreds of thousands of believers had flowed into the basilica. Shortly before the end, there were political guests.

Until the closing of the coffin with the late Pontiff on Friday evening, more believers came to the church than expected. Austria's Federal President and Chancellor also arrived in Rome on Friday.

Only after waiting for several hours can the faithful enter St. Peter's Square.

This Friday is the last day for parishioners to be able to bid farewell to the Holy Father in St.Peter's Basilica.Meanwhile, Rome "shields" in anticipation of world leaders who will participate in the State funeral on Saturday.