St. Paul VI enjoyed the summer holidays and encouraged others to take up activities that refreshed their mind and soul.
Many popes in the last few centuries have spent their summers not in the apostolic palace of the Vatican, but in the relaxing villas of Castel Gandolfo. Being outside the hustle and bustle of the city, and the scorching Roman heat, the location has provided rest and relaxation for a variety of popes.
St. Paul VI was one of those popes who enjoyed the slower pace of Castel Gandolfo. In fact, he spent his final days
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