You Do Need power plug adapter while traveling from China to Vatican City.

Here is Why You Need An Adapter

The outlet and plug type used in Vatican City are C, F and L and in China are A, C and I. This is how they look like.

China

In China, outlets of type A, C and I are in use.

Type A

Type C

Type I

Vatican City

In Vatican City, outlets of type C, F and L are in use.

Type C

Type F

Type L