The Adoration of the Magi will bring Bethlehem f’Ghajnsielem to a close during a special ceremony next Sunday.

This is the final chapter in the story of the Nativity, when the Three Wise Men will make their triumphant entrance at the Nativity Village – Bethlehem f’Ghajnsielem, stopping at the grotto to present gifts to baby Jesus.

Many thousands of visitors have enjoyed this 11th edition of the village since it opened earlier this month, enjoying the many features, including the grotto with Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus, the vegetable and fish markets, carpenters and blacksmith, as well as a bakery.

This popular event which is free of charge, has over 200 actors taking part, on a site which is spread over 20,000 square metres in the quaint village of Ghajnsielem.

The Magi will leave on horseback from a destination in Europe – which is still to be announced – on Thursday, the 2nd of January.

When they arrive in Malta they will make their way to Cirkewwa, via Mellieha, upon arrival on the ferry in Mgarr, they will ride on horseback up to Ghajnsielem and the Nativity Village for the triumphant entrance to visit the Baby Jesus.

Full details on times will be given in the coming days.

Although the nativity village is always open, it will only be animated on the following days:

Wednesday, 1 January 3.30pm – 8.00pm

Sunday, 5 January ** 2.00pm – 8.00pm

** Departure of the Three Kings from Malta and Official Closing Ceremony.

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