A stunning new mosaic depicting the Apparition at Knock in 1879 was unveiled in the Basilica at Knock Shrine, Co Mayo, on February 28th, 2016. Illustrated by P.J. Lynch and crafted by Travisanutto Mosaics, this is one of the largest, single, flat pieces of religious mosaic in Europe. | Knock Shrine

As we celebrate the Jubilee Year, the theme ‘Pilgrims of Hope’ is indeed a fitting one for Ireland’s International Eucharistic and Marian Shrine. Knock has always been a place of hope and consolation. The message of hope of the Knock Apparition continues to reveal itself every day, through the pilgrims who are drawn to this unique place. The first pilgrims began to visit Knock in the weeks following the Apparition in 1879. By their continuing presence at Knock Shrine, today’s pilgrims follow in