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Pope Francis Arrives in Venice, Meets With Women Inmates and Artists

Daniel Ibañez
Pope Francis waves while traveling by boat in Venice, Italy, for a meeting with young people at the Basilica della Madonna della Salute on April 28. Earlier in the day he met with inmates at a women’s prison.

The Pope’s visit, albeit short, holds deep meaning, as Francis is the first pontiff to visit the prestigious Venice Biennale art exhibition.