In the Gardens of the Vatican and Castel Gandolfo - Hardcover

A photo album with rare shots of the Vatican and Castel Gandolfo gardens. In addition to the photos of the nature and landscapes, the book includes architectural details of the magnificent buildings, fountains and sculptures which can be found there, often dating back to the ancient times. With some candid pictures of the pope John Paul II too. // Contents: 1. The Vatican Gardens: - Vatican History in Brief - Vatican Gardens; 2. The Castel Gandolfo Gardens: - Popes on Holiday, - History of a Residence: From Domitian to the Barberinis, - Urban VIII and His Summer Residence at Castel Gandolfo, - Villa Barberini, - Papal Residence at Castel Gandolfo