About Us

OUR HISTORY IN SERVICE OF FAITH AND CULTURE
 
Vaticanum.com is the leading international online destination for the Catholic world, serving as a digital bridge that connects Holy See traditions, sacred art, and official publishing houses with the faithful, clergy, and parishes across the globe.
The portal was founded in 1998 by HDH Communications, a trusted co-producer, publisher, and exclusive worldwide distributor of documentaries produced by the CTV (Vatican Television Center, now Vatican Media).
With an extensive catalog of over 31,000 products and secure, tracked shipping to 250 countries, Vaticanum.com is organized into three specialized departments:
 
*   Vatican Services
*   International Bookstore
*   Sacred Art & Religious Items
 
1. VATICAN SERVICES
We provide access to exclusive Holy See services designed to bring the closeness of the Holy Father directly to pilgrims and remote Catholic communities:
 
  • The Holy Father’s General Audiences on DVD: We are the exclusive global distributor of the official recordings of the Wednesday General Audiences held by the Pope in St. Peter's Square, captured by the Vatican Television Center. This offers a unique way for pilgrims to cherish and relive these historic encounters. Our DVD archive includes all General Audiences from 2010 to the present.
  • Official Magazine Subscriptions: Customers worldwide can easily subscribe to official Holy See periodicals published by the Vatican Publishing House (Libreria Editrice Vaticana - LEV), with worldwide delivery.
  • Official Photos of the Holy Father: Published by the Vatican Publishing House (LEV) and approved by the Holy Father, these high-quality official portraits are available in multiple formats.
 
2. INTERNATIONAL BOOKSTORE
We are dedicated guardians and promoters of Catholic literature and culture, offering publications available in eight languages. This includes Latin, the official language of the Holy See used for dogmatic papal documents (such as encyclicals) and official Church legislation. 
 
Our international bookstore features official publications from major Vatican institutions and departments, including:
 
  • Vatican Publishing House (Libreria Editrice Vaticana - LEV)
  • L'Osservatore Romano (The Vatican Newspaper)
  • Vatican Television Center / Vatican Media
  • Vatican Radio
  • Vatican Apostolic Archives
  • PIMS Pontificio Istituto di Musica Sacra
  • L'Osservatore Romano Photo Service
  • Vatican Printing Press (Tipografia Vaticana)
  • Vatican Museums Publications (Edizioni Musei Vaticani)
  • A curated selection of books from other prominent international Catholic publishers.
 
3. SACRED ART & RELIGIOUS ITEMS
For more than 30 years, we have been selecting the finest examples of Italian craftsmanship to support both the personal devotion of individuals and the solemn liturgy of parishes, missions, and religious institutions. From church supplies to religious jewelry, handcrafted Nativity scenes to sacred statues, and devotional items to clergy vestments, all our artisans operate exclusively in Italy. As long-term, trusted partners, they ensure the highest quality at competitive prices. 

We guarantee:

  • 100% Made in Italy: Church supplies, liturgical vessels, vestments, religious statues, Nativity scenes, and jewelry handcrafted by master artisans using traditional methods.
    Certified Quality: Every item is selected under rigorous standards for materials and finishes, ensuring the best value and quality available online.

 

CONTACTS & CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY

Hdh Communications srl
Corso Genova 12 - 20123 Milan - Italy
VAT Number:  IT10920660155
Registered at the Milan Chamber of Commerce under No. MI146-334727 | R.E.A. No. 1418750
Phone: (+39) 02 5830 5949
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.vaticanum.com