Vatican City

One of the world’s smallest nations, the Pope’s city is in fact a separate country. You can’t stay the night, and must dress modestly but taking a tour through all the rooms and galleries is to see some of the highlights of art world.

When: February 1992 and June 1997

Who: 1992 with a school trip, 1997 with 2 uni friends

Weather: Cold in the winter, hot in the summer

Food: N/A

Sights:  The fresco of the School of Athens by Raphael, Michelangelo’s Sistene Chapel

Surprises:

Tips: No short shorts or vest tops – cover up a bit to visit