The Eucharistic Miracle & the Holy Face Private Tour from Rome
Description
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.
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The town of Lanciano is above all a cradle of art for the presence of numerous monuments, starting from the sanctuary of the Eucharistic Miracle which preserves the testimony of the oldest Eucharistic miracle of the Catholic world. Around the year 700, in the ancient church of San Legonziano, a Basilian monk expressed doubts about the presence of Christ in the Eucharist. During mass, the consecrated host and wine really turned into flesh and blood. The relics are kept in a monstrance that is admired by thousands of faithful.
Inside the Shrine of Manoppello is enclosed, in a case, what is recognized as the true Face of Jesus Christ. A legend tells that in 1506 a pilgrim presented himself to the physicist Giacomo Antonio Leonelli and gave him the precious gift. The veil remained in the Leonelli house until 1608, then was stolen by a soldier of fortune and sold to Donatantonio De Fabritiis and from these donated to the Capuchin Father Clemente from Castelvecchio From 1646 the Holy Face is exposed to the veneration of the people. It is a soft veil, the warp and the weft are intertwined in the form of a normal weaving. The cloth measures 17 x 24 cm and shows the image of a male face with long hair and a beard divided into bands; it is the only case in the world where the image is identically visible on both sides. No residues or pigments of color can be found. At the end of the seventies the Trappist nun Blandina Paschalis Schloemer, an expert iconographer, discovered that the Face of the Shroud of Turin and that of Manoppello
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Pick up at 7:00 am at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B .: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.
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Important Information
- 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
- Dress code required : knees and shoulders must be covered
- Wheelchair available on request. Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
- Please advice any specific dietary requirements or allergies at time of booking
Reviews(10)
Was an incredible experience and made our trip to Italy. Ricardo and florian made the experience truly only of a kind!
We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience. Ricardo and Florian will be so happy to know they helped make your trip to Italy unforgettable. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another tour!
Francisco and our driver were amazing. They took very good care of us. The information Francisco shared at each site was very knowledgeable. We were not rushed at either site, Francisco was very patient giving us plenty of time for prayer. We wish all of our tour guides were as good at their job as Francisco is. Our driver was very careful in traffic and always available for extra help. The excellent Italian lunch was wonderful, Francisco's choices for food was tasty and very Italian. Foods we had not tried.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Francisco and our driver. It’s great to know you appreciated the balance of information, time for prayer, and the authentic Italian lunch. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Francisco — he’ll be so happy to hear them! We hope to welcome you again soon for another memorable experience in Italy.
The place is imbued with a sacred silence, an inner peace difficult to describe in words. I felt great humility, profound gratitude and closeness to the mystery of faith. Whether one is a fervent believer or simply in spiritual research, this moment leaves no one indifferent.
Merci infiniment pour votre avis 5 étoiles ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié votre expérience. Votre satisfaction est notre plus belle récompense. Au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau très bientôt !
This was a day trip to see both the Eucharistic Miracle of Lanciano and the Holy Face at Mannopello. Both holy places are unforgettable and going with Rome Italy Explora made the trip both safe and comfortable. I was able to spend a sufficient amount of time to pray during the visit to these 2 holy places. The tour guide, Maria Luisa and the driver, Florian both exhibited professionalism and ensured I was comfortable throughout the trip. Maria Luisa is highly fluent in English and was able to demonstrate expert knowledge on historical and cultural aspects and even give tips on places to eat at her own initiative. They were both considerate of my concerns and preferences for the entire trip and I am glad I was with them. For those who would like private, custom trips around Italy, I'd definitely recommend Rome Italy Explora as the agency of choice.
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We’re glad you’re happy with our service. Hope to see you again soon!
This tour was brilliant mainly due to the professionalism, knowledge, care, insight and planning by our tour guide Francesco and driver Luigi . Both were fantastic! Lunch was awesome, arrosticini amazing - company the best! Highly recommend Rome Italy explora and particularly Francesco and Luigi. All the best gentlemen, see you at our next Italian trip. Tony Scherma
Thank you Tony for choosing us! We can’t wait to see you back in Italy!
Our family of 5 from the US booked this trip as an excursion for a day to get out of busy Rome. A beautiful trip to the more rural Adriatic side of Italy. Two deeply moving spiritual sites that cannot be expressed with words. Francesco and Roberto took amazing care of us for the day and also sprinkled in some walks of the local towns along the way, local food (amazing arrosticini!!), and other surprises we appreciated. Thank you both again for a wonderful day!!
Thank you so much for your kind words , it was a pleasure being part of such a special day, hope to see you again soon!
This tour was so special to us. Four of us travelled together and this was the best day on our 15 day trip. Bianca and Roberto took such good care of us. We love them like friends. Thank you! From Gary and Dana Chris and Tina.
Thank you so much for your 5-star review Gary, Dana, Chris and Tina! We will share this with Bianca and Roberto to let them know to keep up the amazing work. Thank you again!
This was a near 12-hour return journey. The 2 drivers ensured the long drive was undertaken safely. Our guide Rossana exercised flexibility to accommodate my less mobile elderly sister. As requested, she even arranged a private Mass for my group at Lanciano although, for convenience, we joined a group from Australia for Mass instead. At Manopello, she arranged for Friar Fr. Abel to recount the history of the Holy Face and explain its deeper meaning to us. This trip is indeed spiritually uplifting.
Thanks for the awesome review! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you.
The Eucharistic miracle of Lanciano is one of the places that the mysticism and spirituality that defy the physical laws conjugate. Seeing that piece of desiccated flesh and blood brings you closer to God. You won’t find architectural attractions here, but a lot of faith. I believe that after the pandemic, it will be a point where many people will go to renew their faith, give thanks and find comfort. I totally recommend it
Gracias por su opinión. También creemos que el lugar visitado representa una fuerte espiritualidad y una gran fe.
Rossana Lanucara, our guide and Rodriguez, the driver provided the four of us a marvelous and enlightening 12 hour day from Rome to Lanciano and back on October 19. It was a 5 star experience!
Thank you very much for your beautiful review! It was a pleasure for us too to be with all of you. Hope to meet you again!