Ahead of his lying-in-state, Pope Francis's body was made ready to withstand Rome's warm spring weather with a temporary embalming and a touch of make-up, an expert told AFP.

The body of the 88-year-old, who died on Monday, will be on display for three days in Saint Peter's Basilica from Wednesday before his funeral on Saturday.

With thousands of worshippers expected to queue up to bid him farewell, steps have been taken to avoid decay, as with previous popes.

Francis's body underwent a temporary embalming........

© International Business Times