Marsaxlokk

It is one of the sixty-eight local councils that make up the current territorial organization of the Republic of Malta, which came into force in 1993. Marsaxlokk is a small, picturesque town on the south-eastern coast of Malta, it is known as the “Village of the fishermen”. It is well known because the famous gondolas used for fishing throughout the archipelago, known as Luzzu, are manufactured here.

Marsaxlokk characterizes for the appealing and colorful architecture of a fishing village; in fact, fishing was the fundamental basis of its economy until the proliferation of tourism.

Facing the sea, the main street of Marsaxlokk offers a beautiful promenade where you can see the fishing boats moving aground next to the various docks and enjoy the sea.

The Church of Our Lady of Pompeii was built in 1892 and is located in the main square. The Fort Saint Lucjan is also worth a visit: it is a 17^th century building that contains underground rooms that were used as warehouses where supplies were hidden and protected in case of an invasion.

Near Marsaxlokk we find St Peter’s Swimming Pool, a natural pool excavated by erosion and sea waves that has become a highly visited destination.

Malta Holy Week is known worldwide for its Catholic traditions and the passion with which the population experience it, staging events and processions that leave both tourists and locals amazed. It is relevant to point out that there are more than 360 churches in an archipelago of just 300 square kilometers.

Marsaxlokk Holy Week is part of the Southern Regional Council, made up of a total of twelve localities that have in common, among other things, the celebration of the procession of the Virgin of Sorrows.