Which pope was dug up and tried?
Which pope was dug up and tried? In 897, the Vatican saw one of the most bizarre episodes in history: The corpse of a pope was put on trial by his living successor. Pope Formosus, dead for a few months, was hardly qualified to defend himself in a court of law.
Which pope was not embalmed?
While his predecessors had been embalmed after death, the Vatican claimed that Pope John Paul II was not embalmed and lay in state without normal treatment for preservation, which is evident by the grey colour taken on by the body. Also, it was customary for popes to have their organs removed after death.
Where are Popes buried?
Vatican Grottoes is a massive spread of papal tombs situated right below St. Peter's Basilica. Aside from the many artifacts, this area is the final resting place of over 90 popes, royalty, and other dignitaries.