The Catholic Culture website reports today (April 27, 2011) that the city of Rome is anticipating an influx of about one million people for the coming weekend, as pilgrims gather for the beatification of Pope John Paul II.
Hotels are almost completely booked, despite the fact that most have raised their rates -- in some cases more than double the usual cost -- for the weekend.
The Vatican has emphasized that admission to the ceremony -- which takes place on May 1, 2011 -- will be free.
Nonetheless, police in Rome have uncovered many cases of fraud, with opportunists selling counterfeit tickets to the beatification.
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