A place of quiet presence and Marian closeness
At the base of Apparition Hill, surrounded by trees and silence, stands the Blue Cross — one of the earliest and most tender places associated with the apparitions of the Virgin Mary in Medjugorje.
During the early 1980s, when access to the hill was forbidden by local authorities, the visionaries gathered here in secret. Over time, the Blue Cross became a recognized site of prayer, apparitions, and deep consolation, especially for those unable to make the full climb to Podbrdo.
Today, thousands of pilgrims visit the Blue Cross daily — not for visibility, but for intimacy.
📍 Location & Access
- Located at the base of Apparition Hill (Podbrdo)
- Reachable via a 15-minute flat walk from the church
- The site includes two Blue Crosses (an upper and lower)
- Easily accessible — no climbing required
🙏 What to Expect
- A quiet area shaded by trees, perfect for silent prayer
- Candles, rosaries, prayer cards often left behind by pilgrims
- Occasional evening prayer groups (especially Marian vigils)
- Ongoing private apparitions to some visionaries have been reported here
🕰️ Best Time to Visit
- Early morning for quiet, personal prayer
- Evening for candlelight vigils or group Rosary
- Especially powerful on the 2nd and 18th of the month (linked to Mirjana’s reported apparitions)
⚠️ Tips for Visitors
- Be respectful — many people are in tears or silent prayer
- Do not use phones or cameras
- Bring a candle or Rosary if you wish to pray
🌟 Pilgrims Say…
“The Blue Cross doesn’t feel like a monument. It feels like she’s really there.”
“I couldn’t climb the hill. But Mary came to me here.”
🧭 Recommended Visit Time
🕓 30–45 minutes
Great for: Peaceful Rosary, Marian prayer, spiritual healing
