Benedict XVI returns to Vatican residence after 2-week stay in Castel Gandolfo

July 14, 2015

Pope-emeritus Benedict XVI has returned to the Vatican, following a two-week stay at the summer papal residence in Castel Gandolfo.

In a letter to the town’s mayor, Milvia Monaschesi, the retired Pontiff thanked the residents for their hospitality, and said that he was refreshed by the “natural beauty” of the surroundings.

During his stay at Castel Gandolfo, the retired Pope made a rare public appearance, delivering a lecture on sacred music, after receiving honorary doctorates from the University of Krakow.

 

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Further information:

• Pope-emeritus Benedict XVI returns to the Vatican (Vatican Radio)
• Pope Emeritus Benedict speaks on sacred music (CWN, 7/6)