Over a million faithful gather at Cibeles for papal mass

Massive turnout forces authorities to restrict access to Paseo de la Castellana for safety reasons.

Aerial view of a crowd gathered in an urban square during a massive event.
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Aerial view of a crowd gathered in an urban square during a massive event.

The religious ceremony led by the Pontiff at Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid has drawn over a million people, significantly exceeding initial attendance forecasts.