Parishioners built the roughly 8.5-metre cross in 1934, and the first Mass at the cross was celebrated that March.
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Križevac Hill
Križevac is a hill above Međugorje, with a large white cross at its summit.
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Landscape and location
Križevac is a steep hill above Međugorje, known for the large concrete cross at its summit. A rocky path and Stations of the Cross lead pilgrims up its slope.
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Visitors climb on foot and pass the Stations of the Cross; the rocky ground calls for sturdy shoes and careful steps.
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The summit path is part of Međugorje’s religious tradition and draws pilgrims each year.
Sources: Medjugorje Parish: Places of Prayer · Medjugorje Parish Archive: Križevac · Brotnjo.info: Nature on Međugorje’s sacred hills
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