Pope Francis inaugurated the 2025 Holy Year on Tuesday, reviving a centuries-old tradition that encourages pilgrimages to Rome. The Holy Year will see an estimated 32 million pilgrims visiting Rome, with the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica remaining open throughout the year for them to pass through.
Indulgences, a feature of the Catholic Church related to the forgiveness of sins, play a significant role in Holy Year pilgrimages. Catholics can obtain indulgences by participating in pious pilgrimages, works of charity, and acts of penance.
