Can you take photos in the Sistine chapel? Unfortunately, the answer is negative. It is not possible in that area of the Vatican Museums to make shots or shots.
Why No Photography is allowed in the Sistine Chapel?
Visitors who go to the Sistine Chapel without taking part in a private visit are prohibited from taking photos, even without flash. The reasons for this prohibition are varied, first of all, because it is a sacred place, where out of respect it is not allowed to shoot or shoot. Another reason why shooting or shooting is not possible is the flash which could ruin the frescoes causing damage to the colours.
But these are not the only two reasons for the ‘No photo, No video’ sign that is read in the Sistine Chapel. The ban was established in 1990 when Japan’s Nippon Television Network Corporation obtained exclusive rights to the photos and footage of the location. Japanese TV in 1990 responded to the appeal of the Vatican that was looking for funders for the restoration of the paintings.
In Italy, nobody could find enough funds for the work, and it was then that Japan’s Nippon Television Network Corporation came forward by financing the restoration of the ChapelChapel with 3 million dollars. In return, however, he managed to obtain the exclusive rights of the photos taken after the renovation and also of the shooting during the construction period.
However, the exclusivity in video and photo shooting was not for life, and the Japanese TV lost this privilege three years after the restoration of the ChapelChapel, so there is currently no restriction on violation of exclusive rights. However, the Vatican administration decided to continue to maintain the rule that prevents taking photos and shooting to preserve the room.
The decision was made to protect Michelangelo’s masterpiece and above all, to allow only those who enter the ChapelChapel to admire one of the greatest masterpieces in history.
After all, the chapel houses some of the greatest art in the world—and a gift shop stocked with souvenir photos, of course.