Apparition Hill
Apparition Hill
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VPHT
Miami, FL40 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
As a Catholic, this was a highlight of our trip, however, the terrain to reach to shrine is treacherous. The rocks are sharp and slippery. Our elderly parents were with us, and even with walking sticks and help from us, it took one hour and 20 minutes going up on the way to the Blue cross and over an hour descending through the “less difficult” path. We were told that the path to the white cross is the most difficult. Please be aware of the different paths and plan accordingly with safe footwear as this is a rewarding, but dangerous, experience.
Written 14 July 2023
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Hank H
Virginia657 contributions
Jun 2016 • Family
I heard about this place and visited to decide for myself if it is for real or not. I saw nothing miraculous during my stay, but my 22 yr old daughter and I were both dramatically/positively affected by our experience climbing Apparition Hill and spending time at St James church in town.
There's something special about being surrounded by people of deep faith, who express it in quiet, profoundly personal ways that can't help but move you to reflect about the first things in life, and remind you not take your own religious convictions for granted.
Amazingly, the people of this town and the millions who visit every year don't make the reported apparitions the center of life in Medjugorje. What IS clearly their center is a deeply held conviction in the basics of the Roman Catholic faith: the love and mercy of God, daily Mass, welcoming confession in every language you can imagine, beautiful and touching Eucharistic Adoration inside St. James, and peaceful meditation/prayer in the stunningly beautiful, adjacent garden.
TIPS: be sure to spend time in the church garden at night, when the light of thousands of candles reflect off a giant crucifix. Also, during the months of Jun-Aug, be sure to complete your climb of Apparition Hill and Cross Hill before 10 AM - it's just too hot and these are NOT beginner hikes. And if there is a decent chance of rain, skip that day. Why? Both hills are very rocky and, given the millions of pilgrims who have walked over them, the paths are slippery when wet - treacherously so. Finally, let yourself go and get in the spirit of the place. If you're like us, you'll find peace like you've never felt it and a desire to return with others in the future.
There's something special about being surrounded by people of deep faith, who express it in quiet, profoundly personal ways that can't help but move you to reflect about the first things in life, and remind you not take your own religious convictions for granted.
Amazingly, the people of this town and the millions who visit every year don't make the reported apparitions the center of life in Medjugorje. What IS clearly their center is a deeply held conviction in the basics of the Roman Catholic faith: the love and mercy of God, daily Mass, welcoming confession in every language you can imagine, beautiful and touching Eucharistic Adoration inside St. James, and peaceful meditation/prayer in the stunningly beautiful, adjacent garden.
TIPS: be sure to spend time in the church garden at night, when the light of thousands of candles reflect off a giant crucifix. Also, during the months of Jun-Aug, be sure to complete your climb of Apparition Hill and Cross Hill before 10 AM - it's just too hot and these are NOT beginner hikes. And if there is a decent chance of rain, skip that day. Why? Both hills are very rocky and, given the millions of pilgrims who have walked over them, the paths are slippery when wet - treacherously so. Finally, let yourself go and get in the spirit of the place. If you're like us, you'll find peace like you've never felt it and a desire to return with others in the future.
Written 16 July 2016
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Natalia Mercado
3 contributions
Sept 2019 • Couples
I just could not believe I was there. I had known about Medjugorje since I was a teen, I was finally able to visit apparition hill at 50yrs old.
Written 1 April 2020
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Famluv2travel
Huntington Beach, CA488 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
The journey up Apparition Hill is much like our lives. The road is not meant to be easy. There are many rocks and boulders climbing up this hill, but when you are greeted with the Statue of Our Lady at the top, you get an overwhelming feeling of accomplishment and just a sense of pure Grace.
Written 13 October 2019
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Steve G
London, UK277 contributions
Feb 2018 • Solo
This is a tough hike, I have no idea how others on here were able to do this climb in 30min. It took us an hour or so tough hiking up uneven and jagged rocks. The climb seems to go on and on.
You are able to pray at each of the Stations of The Cross on the way. Once at the top you have a beautiful view around. It is a very peaceful contemplative place and doing this in winter did help with much reduced crowds. The snow and ice was a bit of a worry though.
The walk down took as long and a walking stick or 2 will help you. We got down safe but knees hurt - a lot.
For me the Risen Christ at the Cathedral was more intensely spiritual
You are able to pray at each of the Stations of The Cross on the way. Once at the top you have a beautiful view around. It is a very peaceful contemplative place and doing this in winter did help with much reduced crowds. The snow and ice was a bit of a worry though.
The walk down took as long and a walking stick or 2 will help you. We got down safe but knees hurt - a lot.
For me the Risen Christ at the Cathedral was more intensely spiritual
Written 28 February 2018
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Trezaazabzaky Z
Cairo, Egypt1 contribution
Jan 2020
My experience there was unbelievable I saw wonderful light from heaven 3 times and I don't deserve it all ! But our Lady she was kind to me love you mother
Written 18 March 2020
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Nephinlodge
Listowel, Ireland107 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
What a peaceful place and a must when in medjegorie. It is a tough climb but not impossible, try and go at cool time of day.
Written 19 December 2019
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Maria L
Owings Mills, MD8 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
A gateway to heaven. A village which God has chosen, because people's hearts are ready to accept His Mother, Mary, with love & trust. A place where you feel Mary's heavenly peace & motherly love.
A place of prayer, peace, healing, forgiveness & love.
Medjugorje, a litlle piece of heaven in our troubled world.
A place of prayer, peace, healing, forgiveness & love.
Medjugorje, a litlle piece of heaven in our troubled world.
Written 9 December 2019
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Sam D
Pennsylvania116 contributions
Oct 2019
Be sure that you have allotted enough time to spend on site. Very busy,crowded,tourist area. Need time to climb the rocky hill, find a spot, and calm yourself for meditation and prayer.
Written 3 December 2019
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Paul j
Dublin, Ireland192 contributions
Sept 2018 • Family
It’s a shorter climb than Kriezevac but can be tricky. Take it slow. Follow the beautiful Stations of the Cross and take your time to pray, wonder, observe and enjoy. It’s beautiful and never fails to inspire
Written 14 May 2019
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Approximately how long does it take to go up and down apparition hill from the car park?
Not a pro-hiker.
Written 8 February 2020
It all depend in your own pace...
Others can do it really fast 30- 40 min
because they have good shoes and hiking stick Others take their time and rest up ..
Written 19 February 2020
Hello, i’m not sure if there is one very close to it.
However, Medjugorje is very small, and you can get to every sight by walk.
I was in the “Wojtyla Hotel” it was great, the service, the food and very comfortable, and it has a 2nd entrance from the back that you can use to get to the St James Church. (Less than 1 min).
Written 8 August 2019
Quiero ir en agosto a medjugorie, quisiera saber si hay algún tours con pasaje ida y vuelta, hotel, y tours en el lugar, en agosto, además que otros lugares cercas de hay podemos ver o hacer turismo
Written 8 June 2019
Hello Maritza
Yes there are tourist information about Bosnia H and the Surrounding areas. The Medjugoria town is in Mostar and there are lots the you can see including the famous Othman Bridge.
The re are Hotels for you to check in and sample the local specialties.
Bon Voyage.
Written 11 June 2019
Paula
Carthagena, Ohio
What are the closest B&B’s to Apparition Hill? I’m trying to locate one owned by Marinko and Dragica Ivankovic.
Written 22 March 2019
There are hotels including B&B in the area and I dont really about the specific one
Written 24 March 2019
What is the altitude of apparition Hill ?
Written 23 July 2018
The elevation is not that much, but it is very rocky and uneven surface. Very slippery when it is raining.
Written 25 July 2018
I would like to know if you offer a Mostar tour that starts in medjugorje?
Written 2 April 2017
We were able to schedule a Mostar tour along with other sights through our hotel which was the Medjugorje Hotel and Spa. The guide was outstanding.
Written 21 March 2019
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