Residence and jurisdiction The pope's official seat is in the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, considered the cathedral of the Diocese of Rome, and his official residence is the Apostolic Palace. He also possesses a summer residence at Castel Gandolfo, situated on the site of the ancient city of Alba Longa.
Residence and jurisdiction The pope's official seat is in the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran considered the cathedral of the Diocese of Rome and his official residence is the Apostolic Palace He also possesses a summer residence at Castel Gandolfo situated on the site of the ancient city of Alba Longa