Religious festivals Malta

This is one of the oldest festivals celebrated in Malta and Gozo. Its name comes from the Latin luminare (light), in reference to the bonfires and candles lit on this occasion. It commemorates two important saints in Maltese religious tradition, St. Peter and St. Paul. In Malta, it takes place in Buskett Gardens, about 1 km from Rabat, where the Maltese come to spend the afternoon amidst traditional singers. The liturgical ceremony takes place in Mdina Cathedral. On Gozo, it takes place in Nadur.

On this holiday, most villages celebrate the Passion of Christ with processions depicting the last hours of Christ. Some inhabitants are dressed as biblical characters, others have chains as a sign of penance. A festival full of colour and religious tradition. On the website dedicated to it, you can find photos of all the statues that parade in Malta or Gozo as well as a detailed explanation of each statue. A tradition that has been going on since the 16th century.