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Pope Leo XIV greets people as he arrives in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, July 6, 2025, after reciting the Angelus at the Vatican. The pope will stay in Castel Gandolfo for his customary retreat through July 20. (CNS photo/Vatican Media) (Vatican Media)

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After 12 years, locals welcome Pope back to his summer home

July 7, 2025January 21, 2026

CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy CNS — After more than a decade without its most famous vacationer, the quiet town of Castel Gandolfo once again counts the Pope among its summer residents.Pope Leo XIV became the 16th Pope to reside in the papal summer residence when he moved there July 6, following the recitation of the Angelus…...

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