Swiss guards on duty at St Peter's Basilica Vatican City Rome Lazio Italy Europe

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Established in 1506 under Pope Julius II, the Pontifical Swiss Guard is among the oldest military units in continuous operation

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Size: 4200px × 3131px
Location: St. Peter's Basilica, Piazza San Pietro, Vatican City
Photo credit: © HelloWorld Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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