Sala Regia, State hall in Apostolic Palace, Vatican City.
The Sala Regia functions as a reception hall within the Apostolic Palace, featuring a barrel vault ceiling with plaster decorations and ornate stucco-adorned doors.
Construction of this ceremonial space began under Pope Paul III and reached completion in 1573, with architect Antonio da Sangallo the Younger leading the project.
The walls display frescoes depicting major Catholic events, including the Battle of Lepanto and Pope Gregory XI's return from Avignon to Rome.
The hall connects to multiple significant locations within the Vatican, including the Sistine Chapel, the Pauline Chapel, and the Scala Regia staircase.
Cardinals traditionally used this space as a promenade during conclaves, and until 2016, it hosted consistories before they moved to Saint Peter's Basilica.
Location: Vatican City
Part of: Apostolic Palace
GPS coordinates: 41.90281,12.45470
Latest update: March 7, 2025 16:11
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