Stove to burn conclave ballots for new pope installed in Sistine Chapel
People all around the world will be watching the chimney to see if black or white smoke is emitted, indicating whether a new pope has been chosen or not.
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The small chimney will have a big job from Wednesday. Pic: Reuters
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Scaffolding had to be set up in the chapel to install the chimney. Pic: Vatican Media/Reuters
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Workers installing a chimney pipe in the Sistine Chapel. Pic: Vatican Media/Reuters
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The Vatican's fire brigade was tasked with installing the chimney on the roof. Pic: Reuters
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