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........lies underneath what is now the parish priest's house. Originally a natural cave (probably in use as a holy shrine during the 1400's), it has been extended over the centuries and, more recently, renovated and restored (the last Pope visited in 1990).
The large collection of votive offerings left over the years has been re-ordered and makes a fascinating display in the sacristy and corridors. The restoration uncovered a well and a charnel pit, both of which now lie under perspex covers.
The small chapel contains a fresco which according to tradition was painted by St Luke (who was shipwrecked on Malta with St Paul). It has been dated to the early 14th century.
Updated Jan 7, 2007
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Before entering to the sanctuary, on the left side, some stone stairs bring to Mellieha shelters.
Most of Malta's town have been seriously bombed during WW II and many churches suffered of critical damages (ex.: Mosta. Xewkija).
The shelters, in fact long tunnels, have been made in order to protect the locals during the long air raids.
Entrance fee: LM 1-.
Updated Nov 28, 2006
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Pope John Paul II visited Mellieha on the 26th of May, 1990.
Together with the Maltese gathered in the sanctuary, the Pope prayed in front of the image of Our Lady of Mellieha.
John Paul II offered to the sanctuary a rosary in gold and lit a silver lamp.
A commemorative plaque placed in front of the chapel’s altar is remembering the visit of the Pope.
Updated Nov 28, 2006
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From its location, up to the hill, the plateau in front of the parish church is offering a wonderful view of the picturesque bays and Mellieha's residential area.
Just spend a little time here and enjoy the view!
Updated Nov 28, 2006
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The parish church inside is a wonderful surprise.
The whitest white possible and only few decorations, also white, are highlighting the elegant altar and the painting in the altar.
By the time of my visit, it was celebrated the mass in the church and I have to admit that attending to a part of it was really touching.
Updated Nov 28, 2006
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Despite the volume of the church, the facade gives an impression of slenderness due to the two sharp bell towers.
The church has a central portal flaked by other two smaller portals, each of them located under a tower.
Above the central portal, on the top of the church is placed the statue of Jesus Christ.
Updated Nov 27, 2006
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Mellieha's parish church is obviously as impressive as most of Malta's churches.
The massive building made of yellow stone, raise its two sharp towers and the red dome up to the sky, making the church visible from far away
Updated Nov 27, 2006
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The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Mellieha is one of Malta's most venerated Marian shrine.
Mellieha became a parish for the first time in 1436 and since then had an important role in the island’s religious life.
The parish church is located above the cave and the stairs located on the right side of the cave are leading to it.
Updated Nov 27, 2006
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A narrow corridor is leading to the back of the chapel.
With a white arched ceiling and walls covered with marble, the chapel concentrates its best decorations on the altar part.
Everything gravitates around the famous icon of Madonna and child and the frescos and other paintings are meant to accentuate its value.
Updated Nov 27, 2006
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We have entered the chapel through another small room, cut into the rock, with the walls entirely covered by interesting ex-votos and old icons.
In the room are also displayed beautiful decorations left from an old chapel that once stood on this site.
Updated Nov 27, 2006
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One of Malta's most picturesque tourist destinations, Mellieha is home to some important Maltese attractions, so different one from another: the touching Sanctuary of the Madonna tal-Mellieha, Malta's...
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