This was a nightmare for Michelangelo.. Here’s why ➡️ When Julius II become pope, he asked Michelangelo to make his pyramidal mausoleum on top of St Peter’s tomb, in St Peter’s basilica. Michelangelo set on a journey to Carrara, to personally choose the right blocks of marble..In the meantime Julius II changed his mind. He wanted Michelangelo to work at the Sistine chapel. And by the way, his tomb should go against a wall, and not a pyramid anymore.. The Pope was much more focused on the constru

🇨🇭 Did You Know? Swiss soldiers have been guarding the Vatican since 1506! Pope Julius II chose them for their unmatched loyalty, discipline, and military skill — qualities that built the legendary reputation of the Swiss Guard. To this day, they remain one of the world’s oldest and most iconic military units. 👑🛡️ 🇨🇭❤️ Switzerland: small country, big history. | I Love Swiss