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First images released of Pope Francis' tomb adorned with single rose

Summary

Pope Francis, who passed away at 88, was buried in a private ceremony at the Santa Maria Maggiore church in Rome. Earlier, a public funeral was held, and people have been paying their respects at his tomb since Sunday.

Key Facts

  • Pope Francis died at the age of 88.
  • He was buried in a private ceremony at the Santa Maria Maggiore church in Rome.
  • Before this private ceremony, there was a public funeral.
  • Many people have been visiting his tomb to pay their respects since Sunday.
  • The Santa Maria Maggiore church is one of the big churches in Rome that Pope Francis often visited.
  • This church is not located in the Vatican where popes usually get buried but is a place Pope Francis liked a lot.
  • His funeral was attended by leaders from around the world.
  • After Pope Francis, a new pope has to be selected. This could start around 5 or 6 May.
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