Vatican City explained to kids

Vatican City is a country located within Rome, Italy. With an area of just over 44 hectares (110 acres), it is the smallest country in the world. The Vatican is the headquarters of the Catholic Church, and it is also the smallest independent state in the world. The Vatican has its own flag, postal system, currency, and national anthem. Vatican City was established as an independent state in 1929. The Pope is the head of state, and he is also the Bishop of Rome. The Vatican has a population of around 1,000 people, most of whom live and work within the walls of the Vatican. The Vatican City is home to some of the world's most famous art, including the Sistine Chapel and the Pietà. Vatican City is also home to the Vatican Museums, which contain over 70,000 works of art. Vatican City is a popular tourist destination, and over 5 million people visit the Vatican each year.