The Vatican; Rome; Italy.Domus Sanctae Marthae: Building adjacent to St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. Completed in 1996; during the pontificate of Pope John Paul II; it is named after Martha of Bethany; who was a sibling to Mary and Lazarus of Bethany. The building functions as a guest house for clergy having business with the Holy See; and as the temporary residence of members of the College of Cardinals while participating in a papal conclave to elect a new pope.Exterior view.Photo; 2004.