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Vatican City Fact-Matching Game

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About This Challenge

Welcome to the Vatican City Fact-Matching Game! In this game, players will piece together important information fragments about Vatican City, the smallest independent state in the world, located within Rome, Italy.

  • Players will explore key landmarks such as St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums.
  • Learn about the history and significance of the Sistine Chapel and the Swiss Guard.
  • Use spells to unlock hints and gain extra time to complete each level.
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  • Vatican City is the smallest independent state in the world, with an area of approximately 44 hectares.
  • Vatican City is an absolute monarchy with the Pope as its head of state.
  • Vatican City has its own postal system, pharmacy, bank, and radio station.
  • Vatican City is home to the Sistine Chapel, known for its ceiling painted by Michelangelo.
  • The Vatican Museums house one of the most extensive art collections in the world.
  • Vatican City has its own flag, which consists of two vertical bands of yellow and white with the papal coat of arms in the center.
  • Vatican City has its own anthem, known as the 'Pontifical Anthem'.
  • The Vatican Observatory is one of the oldest astronomical research institutions in the world.
  • Vatican City is surrounded by a wall, built in the 9th century.
  • The population of Vatican City is around 800 people, making it one of the least populous countries in the world.
  • Vatican City has its own currency, the Vatican lira, although the Euro is widely used.
  • Vatican City is known for its Swiss Guard, a small force responsible for the security of the Pope and the Vatican.
  • Vatican City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Vatican City has its own national football team, which competes in friendly matches.
  • Vatican City issues its own stamps, which are highly collectible.
  • The Vatican Library is one of the oldest and most important libraries in the world, with over 1.1 million printed books.
  • Vatican City is an enclave within Rome, Italy, and is the spiritual and administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church.
  • The Vatican Gardens cover over half of Vatican City's territory and are a private urban garden only accessible via guided tours.
  • Vatican City has its own heliport and railway station, providing transportation for the Pope and Vatican officials.
  • Vatican City has diplomatic relations with over 180 countries around the world.

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