Pope Francis' body was moved to St Peter's Basilica on Wednesday, initiating three days of public mourning. The transfer followed a private viewing at Domus Santa Marta, where the 88-year-old pontiff had been laid to rest after his death from a stroke. His coffin rests on the basilica's main altar amid traditional ceremonies. Public viewing is available until Friday evening, with a scheduled funeral service in St Peter's Square on Saturday, expected to attract world leaders and mourners alike.
The bells of St Peter's tolled on Wednesday as Pope Francis' body was transferred to St Peter's Basilica, beginning three days of public mourning.
Public viewing at the basilica will continue until midnight on Wednesday and Thursday, ending Friday evening.
The 88-year-old pontiff, who died on Monday after a stroke, first lay in state privately at Domus Santa Marta.
The funeral is scheduled for Saturday morning in St Peter's Square, with world leaders in attendance.
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