Ghar Ilma Hill will once again be the setting for thousands of lanterns – all lit up against the beautiful backdrop of the Gozitan countryside surrounding the heart of the quaint village of Santa Lucija in Gozo.

As the sun goes down the Fjakkolata begins just as it has for well over the 30 years, in celebration of the feast of Our Lady of Fatima, which falls on the 13th of October.

The evening gets underway at 6pm in the square of Santa Lucija with the singing of Ave Maria echoing through the surroundings and a procession with the statue of our Lady of Fatima.

Following the procession there will be a musical evening featuring Mario Caruana.This breathtaking evening attracts visitors from all over the island to enjoy the spectacular scene from St. Lucija Square, where there will also be the chance to savour local food, together with the unique hospitality of this village.

The traditional Fjakkolata – Celebration of Light is taking place on Sunday, the 11th of October, the torches will start being lit from 6pm onwards on Ghar Ilma Hill.

File photos: Top, of the Fjakkolata with the Citadel and villages of Gozo illuminated in the background was taken by Maggie Bajada; and below an aerial shot by Daniel Cilia

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