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- The Passetto, also known as the Borgo Corridor, is a long and winding passage that connects the Vatican to Castel Sant'Angelo. It was conceived by Pope Boniface IX and restored by John XXIII who understood the importance of the passageway for the safety of the popes. During the sack of Rome in 1527, it was used by many of the curia and even pope Clement VII, who managed to save themselves by heading to Castel Sant'Angelo. The walls date back to different periods and feature papal crests, arrow slits and arcades. There are the remains of towers that were built during previous efforts to restore it.
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- tel: +39 6 48 8991 (Tourist Information)
- fax: +39 6 481 9316
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- via della Conciliazione
- Rome 00193
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