Pope Francis' body carried through St. Peter’s Square: Video

In a solemn ceremony on Wednesday morning, Pope Francis’ open coffin was carried by clergy through St. Peter's Square, beginning its final journey from his residence within Vatican City to St. Peter's Basilica.

As the procession made its way across the square, bells tolled as thousands of worshippers gathered to pay tribute.

More than 200,000 mourners are expected to come to St. Peter’s Square on Saturday to pay their last respects to the pontiff.