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The Jubilee of Hope: Rome at the center of the world in 2025

Rome is preparing to welcome millions of pilgrims for the 2025 Jubilee, an extraordinary event that combines faith, tradition, and a profoundly relevant message: hope. Instituted in 1300 by Pope Boniface VIII, the Jubilee is celebrated every 25 years and represents a special period of grace and spiritual renewal. Central to this celebration is the opening of the Holy Door in the four major basilicas of Rome: St. Peter’s, St. John Lateran, St. Paul Outside the Walls, and St. Mary Major. This act symbolizes an invitation to reconciliation and rebirth, a powerful gesture that draws believers from all over the world.

The Jubilee of Hope

The 2025 Jubilee comes with a title that magnifies its significance: “The Jubilee of Hope.” This theme reflects the urgent need for a world, after facing global crises like the pandemic and international conflicts, to embrace a new drive toward solidarity and inclusion. Pope Francis has emphasized that hope is not merely a feeling but a force that inspires action, capable of uniting communities and overcoming divisions.

With its timeless charm, Rome is preparing to host approximately 30 million pilgrims throughout the year. This staggering number not only highlights the universal appeal of the event but also presents an organizational challenge for the city. Improvements in infrastructure, visitor hospitality, and the involvement of thousands of volunteers will be essential to ensuring a memorable experience.

What to know about Rome in 2025

Rome has adorned itself in festive attire for the occasion, transforming into a city more radiant and welcoming than ever. The streets of the city center are decorated with artistic installations, lights, and jubilee-themed decorations, while historic squares - from St. Peter’s Square to Piazza Navona - shine with renewed splendor. The city offers cultural events, concerts, and exhibitions, enriching the experience for pilgrims and tourists alike. Monuments and churches have been restored, and dedicated pedestrian routes guide visitors on a unique spiritual and historical journey.

The Jubilee represents not only a religious event but also an opportunity to reflect on universal human values such as peace, justice, and care for the most vulnerable. The hope it embodies is the same that guides those who come to the Eternal City seeking spiritual forgiveness and a renewed trust in the future. In 2025, Rome will not only be the heart of Christianity but also a symbol of humanity that, despite its challenges, chooses to look forward with courage. It is an invitation that no one, believer or not, can afford to overlook.

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The Scuola Leonardo da Vinci is situated in the centre of Rome, in the pedestrian area, halfway from the astounding Piazza Navona, Castel S. Angelo and St. Peter Basilica. It is one of the largest schools in Rome.

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