Pope Benedict was wheeled up the main aisle of St Peter’s Basilica on a mobile platform at the start of a ceremony on Sunday to spare him the unnecessary fatigue of walking. The 84-year-old pontiff stood on the platform as aides pushed it up the central aisle, which is about 100 metres (yards) long. Wearing green vestments, he blessed the faithful as he was made his way up then celebrated Mass from the main altar. He appeared to be in good health.
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