Hercegovačka Gračanica, Serbian Orthodox monastery on Crkvina Hill, Trebinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Description
Hercegovačka Gračanica is a brick monastery perched on a hilltop above Trebinje, modeled after the Gračanica Monastery in Kosovo. The interior features sixteen supporting pillars and hand-painted frescoes covering the walls.
History
Construction began in 1999 and finished in 2000, fulfilling the final wish of Serbian poet Jovan Dučić to rest in a hilltop church. The building became both a monastery and his memorial.
Culture
The name references the renowned Gračanica Monastery in Kosovo, whose style was recreated here. Inside, visitors see decorative elements and religious artwork that connect to broader Orthodox traditions and sacred sites.
Practical
The complex is open daily and includes a bell tower, courtyard, and a restaurant with views over the town. Visitors should wear respectful clothing when entering the church, and the hill path can be steep, so planning for the climb is advisable.
Did you know?
The church floor features a dragon symbol representing evil for visitors to walk upon. A stone from the original Gračanica Monastery in Kosovo was embedded as the cornerstone, creating a physical link between two places separated by distance and time.
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