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Pope Francis altered traditional funeral rites, opting for burial at St. Mary Major Basilica.
When a Pope dies, the Church enters a period called "sede vacante," with the camerlengo taking charge of the Vatican until a new pope is elected.
The body is moved to St. Peter's Basilica for viewing, and a funeral is held within four to six days.
The College of Cardinals convenes in the Sistine Chapel 15 to 20 days later to elect a new pope.
Pope Francis simplified his funeral rites and chose to be buried at St. Mary Major Basilica, not the usual Vatican site.
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El Papa Francisco alteró los ritos funerarios tradicionales, optando por el entierro en la Basílica de Santa María la Mayor.