noun
Curia; Roman Curia
Refers specifically to the administrative apparatus of the Holy See, often used in the context of the Roman Catholic Church. The cross-reference ローマ教皇庁 is a fuller synonym.
See also: ローマ教皇庁
教皇庁はバチカン市国にあります。
The Curia is located in Vatican City.
More explicit term for the Roman Curia; 教皇庁 is a shorter form often used in the same context.
Compound of 教皇 (pope) and 庁 (government office). The term is a direct translation of the Latin 'Curia Romana'.