Vatican City
Definition
Vatican City is an independent city-state enclaved within Rome, Italy. It serves as the spiritual and administrative headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church and is ruled by the Pope.
Analogy
Imagine Vatican City as a small but very influential tech startup inside a big tech company (Rome). Even though it’s tiny compared to its surroundings (it’s actually the smallest state globally), its influence reaches far beyond its borders - just like how some startups can impact entire industries!
Related terms
Pope: The Bishop of Rome and leader of the worldwide Catholic Church.
Sistine Chapel: A chapel in Vatican City known for its Renaissance art, especially Michelangelo's ceiling frescoes.
St. Peter's Basilica: One of the largest churches in the world located within Vatican City; it holds significant religious and cultural significance for Catholics.
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