There's no charge for touching the worn bronzed foot on a famous statue of St. Peter inside the basilica that bears his name. But, to find out where it's located in the massive church or why it's so popular, a tourist might splurge on a guide book. (CNS file photo by Nancy Wiechec)
Swiss Guards keep the peace, protect the pope
Under those bright, baggy bloomers and a tilted beret stands a lean, mean fighting machine as well as a courteous helper of lost or curious tourists.