The Sistine Chapel, star of the Vatican Museums -
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Museums will once again welcome the public from Monday.
No worries, this is not a consequence of the movement of "civil disobedience" promoted by the extreme right in France, but of a papal decision.
The Vatican Museums, which include the famous Sistine Chapel, announced their reopening on Saturday from Monday, after being closed for 88 days due to restrictions linked to the coronavirus pandemic.
Restoration time
This is the longest closure since World War II.
The collections will be visible from Monday to Saturday (well Saturday), but visitors will need to book their tickets in advance and will be allocated time slots.
The Tories took advantage of the shutdown, imposed as part of measures taken by the Italian government to stem the spread of the coronavirus, to carry out maintenance and restoration work.
In particular, the dusting of the 15th century frescoes adorning the side walls of the Sistine Chapel, a museum jewel that attracts some six million visitors per year, was carried out.
"The Pope's museums await you with pleasure," the museums announced in a statement.
Maintained curfew
The announcement follows Italy's announcement of an easing of restrictions related to Covid-19, with all but five of the country's regions being placed in the “yellow”, low-risk category from Monday.
This allows bars and restaurants to reopen during the day, as well as museums.
The Colosseum and Forum in Rome are also set to reopen on Monday, but both sites will remain closed on weekends.
The entire peninsula, however, remains affected by a nighttime curfew, while table service in bars and restaurants must end at 6 p.m.
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