Pope Leo Holds Open-Air Mass in Paris During France Visit
Thousands of people gathered for an open-air mass held in Paris, the capital of France. The Vatican announced that approximately 700,000 people attended the event.
Hundreds of thousands of people attended the open-air mass held in the heart of Paris as part of the visit to France. According to Vatican data, a crowd much larger than the registered number gathered in the area.
Mass with Massive Attendance in Paris
On the second day of Pope Leo's four-day visit to France, hundreds of thousands of people filled the Avenue des Champs-Élysées.
According to estimates by the Vatican, approximately 700,000 people participated in the open-air mass at the Place de la Concorde.
Historical Venue and Debates
The Place de la Concorde, where the mass took place, stands out as a historical location known for executions during the French Revolution.
The choice of this square was criticized by supporters of France's strict laws defending the separation of church and state in the public sphere.
Extensive Security Measures
For the massive gathering held in central Paris, the area between the Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe was closed to traffic.
Approximately 14,500 police officers, gendarmes, military personnel, and firefighters were deployed on-site for the security of the event.