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Landmark: St. Anthony's HillCity: Korcula
Country: Croatia
Continent: Europe
St. Anthony's Hill, Korcula, Croatia, Europe
Overview
St. Anthony’s Hill, known locally as Brdo sv., rises gently above the town.Just outside Korčula Town, Antuna offers quiet beauty-green hills rolling around a timeworn staircase shaded by tall cypress trees, leading up to the small, sunlit Church of St. Anthony at the top.Tucked away in calm surroundings, this spot mixes stunning landscapes with a rich past, drawing visitors who want a quiet place to breathe or a trail lined with whispering pines.Just 2 km southeast of Korčula’s Old Town, this spot is prized for its peaceful, almost sacred feel and sweeping views of rolling hills and glittering sea.Cypress-Lined Staircase: You reach the hill by climbing a stone staircase of 102 steps, its sides shadowed by tall, whispering cypress trees.Centuries-old cypress trees line a shaded path that winds up the hill, their scent mingling with the warm air, while stone reliefs and weathered inscriptions catch the eye along the staircase.At the summit stands the modest 14th- or 15th-century Church of St. Anthony, dedicated to the beloved saint of Padua, its simple Dalmatian design radiating quiet devotion.From here, the view stretches across rolling countryside, the Pelješac Peninsula, and the glittering Adriatic-especially magical at sunrise or sunset.Around the hill, wild herbs, olive trees, and bursts of wildflowers thrive, with birdsong and the soft rustle of leaves creating a meditative calm.Visitors can climb the well-kept steps, wander the gentler trails, snap photographs, or simply sit and reflect in the stillness.Early mornings and late afternoons bring cooler air and golden light, while Korčula Town nearby offers food, shops, and places to stay.Steeped in spiritual tradition, St. Anthony’s Hill embodies the island’s slower rhythms and its deep connection to nature.You climb the worn stone steps, passing under the cool shadow of ancient cypresses, until the path opens onto sweeping views and a powerful link to the island’s spiritual and cultural roots.If you love hiking, crave the scent of pine in the air, or just want to soak up Korčula’s quieter side, this spot’s a must-see.
