
Papal Mass on Copacabana beach

Pope Francis celebrated Mass at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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| July 28, 2013

The pope’s visit to Brazil is his first overseas trip of his papacy.
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| July 28, 2013

Worshippers prayed during the event, which was the closing of the 28th World Youth Day.
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| July 28, 2013

As many as three million people attended the Mass.
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| July 28, 2013

Attendees rested on the seafront after the Mass.
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| July 28, 2013