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The Vatican didn't just torment Gallileo — it also helped further the development of astronomy, with masterpieces like this 18th century Planetarium, created by Martin Benjamin. And now the Vatican's treasures of astronomy are going on display. Gallery below.
I apologize in advance for the weird racist statue with images # 2 and 3. Images by AFP/Getty.
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