504 years ago today Sistine Chapel opens to the public Posted on November 2, 2016 by Chris Closeup of the Creation Images Getty Images. Pope Julius II commissioned Michaelangelo to paint the famous ceiling that millions travel to Vatican City to view. It took him 5 years to paint 343 figures on the ceiling. It was opened to the public in 1512. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Google+ (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Related
