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During his reign, Pope John Paul II, known as "The Pilgrim Pope," made 146 pastoral visits within Italy and 104 international trips, covering over 1,167,000 km (725,000 mi), more than all previous popes combined. He attracted massive crowds, with some of the largest gatherings in history. While some destinations, such as the United States and Israel, had been visited by his predecessor Paul VI, many were unprecedented papal visits. John Paul II visited 129 countries, including nine visits to Poland, eight to France, seven to the United States, and five each to Mexico and Spain. His travels spanned six continents, reaching countries such as Albania, Brazil, India, Israel, and the Philippines.
Pope John Paul II visited France from August 21 to August 24, 1997, for World Youth Day (WYD), held in Paris, which brought together over one million young people from around the world, making it one of the largest gatherings in WYD history. During his visit, the Pope celebrated several Masses, including one at the Longchamp Racecourse, where he encouraged the youth to live out their faith with courage and hope. His messages emphasized unity, spiritual renewal, and the importance of Christian values in modern society. The visit was seen as a pivotal moment in strengthening the connection between the Church and young Catholics, inspiring them to actively engage in their faith and communities. The Pope's presence in Paris served as a powerful reminder of the Church's commitment to the next generation, fostering a sense of hope and purpose among the youth.
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Depicts the coat of arms of Malawi dividing the date, country name above and denomination below. REPUBLIC OF MALAWI |
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Depicts Pope John Paul II blessing the crowd, the Eiffel Tower in the background, the city name (Paris) below it, and the Vatican emblem below them behind a banner containing the date of visit (days and year) and the number of visits within a circle from 104 papal visits surrounded by country names above, crosses above, and the inscription of the occasion and His Holiness's name below. + FRANCE + |
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Papal Visits
John Paul II in France
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Papal Visits
John Paul II in France
Characteristics
Type | Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating) |
Material | Silver Plated Cupronickel |
Weight | 27.1 g |
Diameter | 38.7 mm |
Thickness | - |
Shape | round |
Alignment | Medal |