From Tourist to Pilgrim - Ep. 16: Altar of the Chair in St. Peter's Basilica

From Tourist to Pilgrim

Bernini’s goal in designing the Altar of the Chair in St. Peter's Basilica was to make the pilgrim experience wonder. As we gaze with the eyes of a pilgrim, we see the choir singing at Mass and the incense rising to Heaven, as the Holy Spirit erupts into the Church and we become a special part of this mystery. "From Tourist to Pilgrim" is a podcast by Liz Lev, with original music by Mara Miceli and Umberto D'Auria, editing and sound design by Mara Miceli, and directed by Johana Bronkova.

About Podcast

Most visitors to Rome would be surprised to discover that many of the amazing sights that delight tourists today were first created for pilgrims. What may seem like just another city square to a tourist is transformed into a spiritual itinerary in the eyes of a pilgrim.
Art historians and scientific experts take us on a journey: each episode of this podcast reveals the hidden beauty of Rome, seen through the lens of a pilgrimage. - Podcast - Radio Vaticana - Vatican News