Città del Vaticano, Italy
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The image depicts St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, Italy, viewed from a low angle looking upwards. The sky is a clear, pale blue, transitioning to a lighter shade near the horizon. The facade of the basilica dominates the center of the frame, characterized by its classical architectural style. It features numerous columns, arches, and statues adorning its roofline. A large clock face is visible on the upper part of the building. In the foreground, a paved area is cordoned off by temporary wooden barriers. The overall scene suggests an exterior view of a prominent historical and religious landmark, likely during daytime hours with minimal human activity.
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Two nuns, one in a blue habit and headscarf and the other in a similar habit, stand near a large stone fountain in St. Peter's Square, Città del Vaticano, Italy. The primary nun is holding a white hat and looking down, while the second nun, partially obscured, appears to be holding another hat. The fountain is ornate, with multiple tiers and water spraying upwards. In the background, other tourists and people are visible, along with the colonnade of St. Peter's Basilica and other historic buildings. The sky is blue with scattered white clouds.
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This is a low-angle interior shot of the dome and ceiling of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, Italy. The dome is ornately decorated with a fresco depicting a celestial scene with numerous figures, likely angels or biblical characters, against a bright blue sky. The dome is surrounded by a golden, coffered structure adorned with intricate patterns and square panels containing smaller paintings or decorative elements. Below the dome, the ceiling continues with elaborate gold detailing and repetitive geometric patterns. There are also sections with figurative artwork, possibly mosaics or frescoes, depicted in square frames along the architectural curves. The architecture includes massive marble columns and arches, contributing to the grandeur of the space. The lighting is a mix of natural light coming from the dome and artificial lighting, highlighting the rich colors and textures of the interior. The overall impression is one of immense scale, intricate craftsmanship, and religious art.
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The image depicts the entrance to St. Peter's Basilica in Città del Vaticano, Italy. A grand marble archway serves as the main entry, flanked by fluted Corinthian columns with ornate capitals featuring volutes and acanthus leaves. Above the architrave, an inscription reads "PAVLVS V PONT MAX ANNO XIII". Through the wide-open doorway, the richly decorated, gold-domed interior of the basilica is visible, featuring a large, ornate, dark-toned structure (likely Bernini's Baldachin) with prominent golden accents and a central glowing yellow light. Approximately 15 to 20 individuals are present in the frame. A group of people is walking up a slight incline and entering the basilica. This group includes individuals in various attire, such as a man in a black suit, a man in a black t-shirt and shorts with a backpack, and others in light-colored casual wear. In the foreground, on the left, a man with a beard and glasses is partially visible. A woman in a light blue dress with a red flower in her hair is positioned from behind, looking towards the entrance. To her right, a woman in a white wide-brimmed hat, white top, and floral skirt is holding a white smartphone to photograph the basilica's interior. On the far right, a man with short dark hair, wearing a black collared shirt and black pants, stands with his hands clasped, observing the scene. He has an earring and a ring. Partially visible behind him, another man in a light blue shirt with an earpiece is conversing, suggesting security or staff roles. The scene is brightly lit by ambient light, highlighting the architectural details and the opulent interior.
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This image depicts a wide view of St. Peter's Square in Città del Vaticano, Italy, under a partly cloudy sky. The central feature is the tall, reddish-beige Egyptian Obelisk, topped with a cross on which a white bird is perched. In the immediate foreground, a dark, multi-tiered structure, possibly temporary seating or an excavated area, is visible, enclosed by yellow and white tape barriers. A solitary bird stands on the ground level to the bottom right. The main expanse of St. Peter's Square is visible beyond these foreground structures, filled with numerous pedestrians walking in various directions. The square features light-colored paving, flanked by decorative lampposts and numerous metal crowd barriers and stone bollards. On both sides of the square, large, multi-story buildings with classical architecture are prominent. The building on the left exhibits multiple windows and a large dark banner or screen on its facade. The building on the right features a repeating series of arches or windows, indicative of the colonnades, and a yellow and white flag (Vatican flag) is visible on a pole. In the mid-distance, beyond the main square and buildings, further city structures are visible, leading towards a line of distant, hazy hills or mountains. A large red and white construction crane is visible on the horizon to the right of the obelisk. The sky above is a bright blue, interspersed with large, fluffy cumulus clouds that cast some soft shadows on the landscape, suggesting a bright day.
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The image depicts an expansive view of St. Peter's Square in Città del Vaticano, Italy, under a clear blue sky with scattered white cumulus clouds. The foreground consists of dark gray paving stones, delineated by various temporary structures. On the immediate left, several stacks of light brown plastic chairs are visible. Moving further into the square, dark-colored chairs are arranged in rows within designated, fenced-off sections, indicating event seating. Yellow and white striped caution tape is present on the lower right, strung between poles. In the midground, the iconic St. Peter's Square stretches out, featuring the prominent Vatican Obelisk centrally positioned, topped with a cross. To the left and right, parts of the semicircular colonnades, adorned with statues along their rooftops, frame the square. Beyond the left colonnade, a portion of St. Peter's Basilica is visible. Numerous people are distributed across the square, some walking, others seated in the prepared sections. Various cream-colored historic buildings, characteristic of the Vatican, line the perimeter beyond the colonnades. A fountain is visible on the left side of the square. The background shows additional buildings and distant features, with distinctive umbrella pine trees visible on the far right. The scene is illuminated by bright daylight, casting clear shadows. The overall impression is of an iconic public space prepared for a large gathering or event.
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The image displays a low-angle perspective of the monumental stone facade of St. Peter's Basilica in Città del Vaticano, Italy, seen against a clear, vibrant blue sky. Several colossal columns, constructed from light-colored travertine with a visible textured surface, dominate the frame, ascending from the bottom edge towards the top. These columns feature ornate Corinthian or Composite capitals with acanthus leaves and volutes. Above the columns, a grand entablature is visible, comprising multiple layers of highly decorative architectural elements, including intricate friezes, cornices, dentils, and sculpted panels depicting motifs such as urns and foliage. To the far right, partially obscured, a single darker-colored column with a distinctly carved capital featuring putti or angelic figures and scrollwork is visible, set slightly back from the foreground columns. Sunlight illuminates the building, creating subtle shadows that enhance the three-dimensional quality of the architectural details. No people or specific actions are depicted within the frame.
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This image captures a close-up, upward-angled view of a monumental architectural structure, identified as part of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, Italy. The dominant feature is a grand archway, constructed from light-colored, textured travertine stone, which recedes inwards, revealing an intricately carved and coffered ceiling. The ceiling details consist of ornate relief panels with patterns and rosettes, appearing in warm golden or light brown tones under direct sunlight. The archway is flanked by engaged fluted columns or pilasters with elaborate composite capitals, featuring volutes and acanthus leaves. Above the arch, a large rectangular window with a light blue tint and a grid of panes is positioned. Below this window, a decorative balustrade with dark, stylized balusters is visible. A small, sculpted head or mask is integrated into the stonework directly above the apex of the main arch. Strong, directional sunlight illuminates various surfaces, casting sharp shadows that accentuate the three-dimensional relief of the architectural elements and the deep texture of the stone blocks. Through the primary archway, another arch and further architectural details, including additional columns and sunlit walls, are visible in the background, suggesting a series of interconnected porticos or internal spaces. At the bottom right corner of the frame, a segment of a dark metal fence with vertical bars is present, along with a small portion of a white, conical structure, possibly a temporary canopy. No people are visible within the frame.
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The image depicts St. Peter's Square in Città del Vaticano, Italy, under a clear blue sky with scattered cumulus clouds. In the midground, a large semicircular Doric colonnade extends across the frame, composed of multiple rows of light-colored stone columns. An entablature above the columns features an inscription that includes "ALEXANDER VII PONT. MAX." Numerous statues of saints are positioned atop the colonnade. In the foreground of the colonnade, a modern, rectangular glass structure with a dark roof is visible on the left, and a multi-tiered stone fountain actively spraying water is situated to its right. A dark, box-like object stands in the lower-left foreground near the colonnade. The square in front of the colonnade is populated by numerous individuals, some walking, others standing or gathered behind a low, dark barrier in the immediate foreground. Long, distinct shadows are cast by the columns, indicating a low sun angle. The background reveals a line of distinctive umbrella pine trees with tall, slender trunks and flattened green canopies, appearing to crest a ridge or hill. Behind and below these trees, various multi-story buildings with light-colored facades and reddish-brown tiled roofs are visible. A yellow flag, likely that of Vatican City, flies from a flagpole positioned amidst the pine trees. The upper portion of the frame is dominated by the blue sky and white clouds, with a tiny, dark object (possibly a bird or distant aircraft) visible in the upper-right.
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The image displays a low-angle view of the facade of St. Peter's Basilica in Città del Vaticano, Italy, under a clear blue sky. The grand Baroque facade, constructed primarily of travertine, features multiple levels. The upper section of the facade is adorned with a balustrade supporting numerous large, detailed marble statues of saints, including figures holding a cross and other attributes, silhouetted against the sky. Below the statues, a prominent entablature features Latin inscriptions. On the visible left, the inscription reads "IN HONORE PRINCIPIS APOS," and on the visible right, "PAVLVS V BVRGHESIVS ROMANVS PONTMAX AN MDCXII PONT" is partially visible. The mid-section of the facade is characterized by massive Corinthian columns, with recessed arched windows and balconies positioned between them. On the far left, a clock face is visible within the architectural details. Multiple ornate, dark-colored entrance doors are visible at the base of the facade. In the foreground, a wide, multi-tiered set of stone steps leads up to the basilica's entrances. These steps show signs of wear. White metal barricades with an X-pattern design span the immediate foreground, separating the viewer from the steps. A white temporary ramp structure, supported by scaffolding, extends from the right side of the steps towards one of the entrances. A single black chair is situated on the steps beneath this ramp. On the far left, another white temporary structure, possibly a stage or covered area, is present with a small statue underneath it. A small number of individuals are visible on the steps and near the entrances, appearing to be queuing or gathered. The paved ground beneath the barricades is dark. The scene is brightly illuminated by natural light, casting distinct shadows.
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A low-angle, wide shot captures the grandeur of St. Peter's Square, Città del Vaticano, Italy, under a clear, bright blue sky. The upper two-thirds of the image are dominated by the cloudless expanse. The prominent structure in the midground is the ornate, classical facade of St. Peter's Basilica, constructed from light-colored stone. Its design features multiple levels with large windows, Corinthian columns, and pilasters. Along the top balustrade, a series of statues of saints is visible. A large clock face is embedded into the facade on the left side. Latin inscriptions are clearly visible across the entablature, including "IN HONOREM PRINCIPIS APOST PAULUS V BURGHESIUS ROMANUS PONT MAX AN MDCXII PONT VII." In the lower-midground, positioned in front of the basilica facade, stands a large, weathered stone statue of a bearded man draped in robes, holding what appears to be a staff or key. A prominent feature in the lower central part of the image is a large, rectangular LED display screen, branded "SAMSUNG" at its base. The screen has a black background and displays white Italian text, which reads: "Sabato 6 Giugno ore 21:00 processione Aux Flambeaux in Piazza San Pietro preghiera della Via Petri, Vita dell' Apostolo Pietro". The foreground shows parts of temporary structures, including white metal scaffolding, barriers, and tiered steps, suggesting preparations for an event. Two individuals are partially visible in the lower right corner, with one in a white shirt and the other in a dark shirt, both appearing to look down. The overall scene is brightly lit by daylight.
Città del VaticanoThe video shows the front of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, on a clear, sunny day. The camera is positioned at the bottom of the grand staircase leading up to the building, giving a low-angle view of the impressive facade. The Basilica's architecture is prominently displayed, with its large columns, statues lining the top, and a clock visible on the left side. People are standing at the base of the stairs and near the entrance, suggesting visitors are either entering or waiting to enter the Basilica. A white barrier is visible in the foreground, likely to control the flow of foot traffic. Overall, the scene captures the grandeur and scale of St. Peter's Basilica on a bright day.
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The image shows a low-angle view of a section of St. Peter's Basilica in Città del Vaticano, Italy. The building's facade is richly decorated with sculptures, columns, and windows. A dome is visible in the background. Statues line the top of the facade. A clock is visible near the building's top edge. The sky is a clear blue. A temporary structure with a fabric covering is visible at the bottom of the frame, with people standing on it. One person is visible wearing a white t-shirt.
Città del VaticanoThe video shows a sunny, daytime view of St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. The sky is clear blue. In the foreground, people are walking across the square, including one man wearing a straw hat and another with a backpack in the style of the British flag. To the left, there's a large video screen and a low, wooden fence. The dominant features are the architecture of the Vatican buildings, with detailed stonework, statues atop the structures, and rows of columns. The video pans slightly to the right, showing more of the architecture and the crowd of people in the square.
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This image shows the ornate façade of a building, likely the Vatican. The façade features classical elements such as columns, arches, and intricate carvings. A statue of a religious figure is visible in a niche. The architecture is grand and detailed, suggesting a significant religious or historical building. The image is taken from a low angle, emphasizing the height and scale of the building. The sky is visible in the lower left corner of the image. The building is likely located in Città del Vaticano, Italy.
Città del VaticanoTwo Swiss Guards stand on a stone-paved courtyard facing each other, holding spears. They are dressed in traditional striped uniforms of yellow, red, and blue. Behind them is a gray guardhouse and the side of a large stone building with windows. In front of the guards is a low white fence separating them from a small group of tourists. The tourists are looking at the guards, some taking pictures. A man in a white shirt stands to the left, a woman with a backpack and her hair in a ponytail stands in the center, and two children are visible on the right side of the frame.
Città del VaticanoFour people stand on stone steps behind a white fence, facing a courtyard. The people are likely tourists, and are recording the scene with their phones and cameras. In the courtyard, three men in colorful red and yellow striped uniforms with tall hats and spears are performing a changing of the guard ceremony. Another guard in a similar uniform is standing at attention. The courtyard is paved with dark bricks, and surrounded by tall white buildings with large windows.
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The image shows a crowd of people in the city of Città del Vaticano, Italy, standing outside St. Peter's Basilica, a prominent landmark. The architecture of the basilica is visible, including its facade, columns, statues, and clock tower. A sign indicates that access to the Basilica will end at 12:30 PM on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The weather appears overcast, with a neutral sky above. People are dressed in various casual clothing, suggesting a typical tourist gathering. The ground is paved, and the setting seems to be a public square.
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The image depicts the façade of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, Italy. The building is constructed from light-colored stone, featuring a classical design with columns, statues, and architectural details. A sign next to the basilica is visible, providing information about access. People are present in the foreground, suggesting the location is a popular tourist destination. The sky is overcast.
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The image captures the facade of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, Italy. The basilica's elaborate architecture is visible, complete with statues along the roofline, a clock, and the inscription "IN HONOREM PRINCIPIS APOST PAVLVSV BVRGHESIVS ROMANVSPONTMAXAN MD XII-PONT VII". At ground level, a statue stands in front of the basilica, and a digital sign displays information in Italian and English stating that access to St. Peter's Basilica will end at 12:30 pm on Friday, April 3, 2026. People are visible in the foreground, suggesting a crowd is present. The sky is overcast.
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A nighttime, vertical-format image captures St. Peter's Square and St. Peter's Basilica in Città del Vaticano, Italy. The Basilica, prominently positioned in the upper-mid ground, is illuminated with golden light, revealing its dome and classical facade. The Vatican Obelisk stands centrally in the mid-ground. Semicircular colonnades, adorned with statues and also illuminated, frame the square on both sides. The cobblestone ground in the foreground is wet and highly reflective, mirroring the bright artificial lights from numerous lampposts, which emit noticeable lens flares. A crowd of individuals is gathered across the square, observed standing and walking, with some areas sectioned off by white crowd barriers. Two large, illuminated display screens are visible on the outer edges of the square, one on the left and one on the right. In the dark sky above the obelisk and to the right, multiple clusters of small, faint, green or bluish lights are visible, appearing as aerial objects.
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The image depicts St. Peter's Square in Città del Vaticano, Italy, at dusk or dawn, characterized by a pale blue sky with horizontal streaks of pink clouds. In the midground, the Vatican Obelisk stands prominently, topped with a cross. To its left, a tall, dark Christmas tree adorned with lights is visible. Behind these, the classical colonnade of St. Peter's Basilica is partially visible on the left, and multi-story Vatican buildings extend across the background, featuring numerous windows and illuminated streetlights. In the foreground, a light-colored wooden barrier separates the immediate viewing area. Several individuals populate the scene. On the left foreground, a young male in a dark winter coat and a female in a beanie and dark coat are observed looking at a mobile phone. Further right, a person in a blue and green striped puffer jacket walks away from the viewer. Crowds of people are dispersed throughout the square beyond the barrier. Smoke or vapor is seen rising from a chimney-like structure on a building roof in the distant background. The ground visible in the foreground consists of cobblestones.
Città del VaticanoHere is a description of the video: The video shows a nighttime outdoor scene of a crowd of people in Vatican City, apparently waiting for or attending an event in St. Peter’s Square. Many people are holding umbrellas or wearing ponchos to shield themselves from the rain. Rows of empty black chairs are set up in front of the crowd. The architecture of St. Peter's Basilica is visible in the background, illuminated with lights. The statue of St. Peter is seen standing above the crowd in the distance.
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Rows of black chairs are set up in front of a large, illuminated building at night. People wearing raincoats and jackets are seated in the chairs. A partially visible water bottle is placed on one of the chairs. The building is brightly lit, showcasing architectural details and statues on its façade. The scene suggests an outdoor event or gathering taking place in potentially rainy weather.
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A rainy outdoor event with rows of empty plastic chairs. Some chairs are occupied by individuals wearing rain gear. A pink umbrella is visible near the bottom. The seating area is paved with wet cobblestones reflecting light. A light-colored building with windows is on the left. The overall atmosphere suggests a damp and somewhat somber gathering.
Città del VaticanoIn a night-time exterior setting, a large group of people stands, mainly facing away from the camera, in what appears to be a public square. Most wear rain gear, including ponchos and hooded jackets in various colors like blue, pink, and black. They are watching a large screen that displays an ornate interior, likely religious, possibly a cathedral. Above the screen is a statue of a man, presumably a historical figure, and the building behind the statue is illuminated, featuring architectural details like pillars, arched entrances, and a row of statues atop the roofline. The words "IN HONOREM PRINCIPE" are visible on the building. The atmosphere suggests a public gathering, possibly for a religious event or viewing. The weather appears to be rainy or damp, given the rain gear worn by the attendees.
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The image displays a daytime scene in St. Peter's Square, Città del Vaticano, Italy, under a clear blue sky. In the foreground, a large section of the square is prepared with numerous rows of empty dark chairs. A white metal scaffolding structure, equipped with what appears to be a camera or media device, stands on the left. Scattered individuals and small groups of people are visible; some are seated among the chairs, while others walk across the paved square. A white seagull is captured in mid-flight on the far left. Centrally located in the midground is a multi-tiered stone fountain with water actively flowing, positioned near a modern, dark-paneled kiosk structure. Beyond these, a segment of the imposing colonnade of St. Peter's Square is prominent, featuring multiple rows of pale classical columns. Strong, defined shadows are cast by these columns onto the pavement behind, indicating direct sunlight. Above the colonnade, a balustrade is adorned with numerous white statues of religious figures. In the background, behind the colonnade, several multi-story buildings with light-colored facades and terracotta roofs are visible. Dominating the upper background are numerous large umbrella pine trees and a tall, slender dark cypress tree, rising above the structures. A large statue of a standing figure is present on a rooftop to the left. A yellow flag, consistent with the flag of Vatican City, flies from a flagpole positioned among the trees on the right side. A white commercial van is observed on the paved area of the square to the right.
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The image captures a vast outdoor gathering in St. Peter's Square, Città del Vaticano, Italy. St. Peter's Basilica, a large stone building with a prominent central dome and numerous statues along its roofline, occupies the background. To the left of the Basilica, a section of the Vatican colonnade, also topped with statues, is visible. The sky above is clear blue, illuminated by bright sunlight which creates a distinct lens flare originating from the upper right quadrant. The square is densely packed with a diverse crowd of people standing, many oriented towards the Basilica. Numerous national flags are held aloft by individuals throughout the crowd. Metal barriers are present, segmenting areas within the assembly. A large screen or display is visible near the base of the Basilica on the right side.
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The image depicts a large outdoor gathering within St. Peter's Square, Città del Vaticano, Italy, under a clear blue sky on a sunny day. In the background, the iconic semi-circular colonnade, characteristic of Gian Lorenzo Bernini's architecture, is visible with its multiple Doric columns and a rooftop adorned with numerous statues of religious figures. A large screen or banner displaying an image is positioned on the left side of the colonnade. In the mid-ground and extending into the background, a dense crowd of hundreds, possibly thousands, of individuals is assembled. Many are seated on the ground or in portable chairs, indicating a prolonged event. The crowd includes diverse individuals, some wearing hats for sun protection. Several open umbrellas are visible, notably a bright blue one in the mid-foreground and a black one further back, providing shade. Numerous flags of various colors, including red (one with a white emblem), green, yellow, and white, are interspersed throughout the crowd, held aloft by attendees. At least two individuals are visible in wheelchairs, positioned within the seated sections of the crowd. The immediate foreground is occupied by a temporary barrier, possibly a stage front or demarcation, draped with pleated, light-colored fabric that extends across the lower portion of the frame, partially obscuring the base of the crowd. The scene suggests a public audience or event taking place under direct sunlight.
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The image captures a vast outdoor gathering in St. Peter's Square, Città del Vaticano, Italy, under intense sunlight with a clear blue sky. In the background, St. Peter's Basilica rises prominently, its ornate Baroque facade featuring multiple levels of columns, arches, windows, and numerous statues lining the roofline. A large Latin inscription is visible across the frieze of the Basilica's facade. To the right of the Basilica's center, a large outdoor screen displays a wide view of the square and basilica, positioned near a standing statue. The foreground and midground are densely populated by a large crowd consisting of hundreds of individuals. Many attendees are wearing light clothing, and a notable portion are attired in matching green shirts, some with lanyards. Temporary light-colored barriers or fencing segment the crowd. Individuals are predominantly standing, some utilizing umbrellas for sun protection, including a prominent pink umbrella in the lower left. A person wearing the distinctive yellow, red, and blue striped uniform of the Swiss Guard is partially visible on the far right. Several individuals are observed holding water bottles. The scene indicates a significant public event or gathering.
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