What is another word for papal states?
Pronunciation: [pˈe͡ɪpə͡l stˈe͡ɪts] (IPA) 
The Papal States, also known as the Pontifical States, were a series of independent entities that were under the rule of the Pope during the middle ages and early modern periods. While the term 'Papal States' is the most commonly used term for this historic entity, there are several other synonyms that can be used to describe the same region. For instance, it can also be referred to as the States of the Church, or simply the Church States. Other terms that can be used include the Papal Dominion, Papal Authority, and the Holy See. All of these terms describe the region that was under the control of the papacy, and were used interchangeably throughout history.
