My understanding is that St. Peter's basilica (from the Greek basileus, king) is the biggest church in the world. Fr. David commented that there are markers on the floor showing how various other famous churches measure up.
Believing firmly that God has a great sense of humor, I can't help but note that this church is built directly over the tomb & bones of Peter. So, Jesus did build his Church upon the Rock. I can't wait to go someday. Over at Amy Welborn's blog, Charlotte was Both (http://amywelborn.wordpress.com/), she is meticulously documenting her trip to Rome & exploring all its wonders. I know envy is a cardinal sin, but...Here's a couple of Google Earth photos of St. Thomas the Apostle in Lenoir City, Tennessee - one from around 2002 & the other from 2006. The kingdom of God arriving indeed!
Technology sometimes gets a bad rap. Although it is often used for a lot of bad things; in itself, technology is morally neutral. Remember, it is also used for some really good things, too. Our job is to distinguish. In any case, Google Earth never ceases to amaze me.
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BTW, there are numerous sources of info on the tomb of St. Peter & the Trophy of Gaius - including lots from consiracy theorists - but here are a couple of reliable ones:
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