Vatican City,officiallyVatican CityStateor theState of Vatican City,is awalledenclavewithin the city ofRome. With an area of approximately 44hectares(110acres), and a population of 842,it is the smalleststatein the world by both area and population.Within Vatican City are religious and cultural sites such asSt. Peter's Basilica, theSistine Chapeland theVatican Museums. They feature some of the world's most famous paintings and sculptures. An independent state,you can enjoy a wonderful view and the amazing things it offer.