Vatican begins 5-year restoration of Raphael Loggia, used by popes and presidents

VATICAN CITY — The Vatican Museums announced Wednesday the start of a five-year, $5.5 million restoration project for the Raphael Loggia, a 65-meter passageway in the Apostolic Palace adorned with Renaissance frescoes and used by popes and presidents. The work marks the first major restoration of the intricate corridor in over 500 years. The project aims to clean and preserve the artwork attributed to Renaissance master Raphael.