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The Eucharistic Miracle And The Holy Face’s Sanctuaries – Private Tour From Rome
Overview
The Church of St. Francis hosts the testimony of the oldest Eucharistic miracle of the Catholic world. Around the year 700 in Basilian monk doubted the presence of Christ in the Eucharist: during the mass the consecrated host and wine became flesh and blood. The two relics, 5 drops of coagulated blood and thin membranes of flesh are preserved in a silver monstrance and a crystal ampule Histological examinations, have shown that it is human blood and heart tissue with the same blood group (AB) The sanctuary is visited every year by thousands of pilgrims from all over the world. The Shrine of Manoppello is recognized as the true Face of Jesus Christ. From 1646 the Holy Face is exposed to the veneration of people.It is a soft veil, the warp and weft are intertwined in the form of a normal weaving and the face of the Shroud of Turin and that of Manoppello both fabrics had been laid on the body of Jesus.
What's Included
- Entrance to the Sanctuary of the Eucaristic Miracle in Lanciano
- Lunch
- Private English-speaking tour escort at your disposal
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
- Entrance to the Sanctuary of the Holy Face in Manoppello
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when shared with 2 paying adults
- Dress code required: knees and shoulders must be covered
- Wheelchair available on request. Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
