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How many countries did Pope John Paul II visit during his pontificate?

  • 145

  • 129

  • 120

  • 134

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Pope John Paul II visited 129 countries during his pontificate, more than any other pope in history. He was the first pope to visit all six continents, and he also visited countries that had been closed to the Catholic Church for centuries. His travels helped to spread the message of the gospel and to promote peace and understanding between people of different faiths.
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