St Mary's Church, Għaxaq, Baroque parish church in Għaxaq, Malta
The limestone church features detailed Baroque architectural elements, including ornate decorations and a structured façade that rises prominently in the village center.
The construction of the current church structure commenced in 1723 and continued until 1760, replacing an earlier religious building that dated back to 1511.
The church ceiling displays paintings from the 1960s by Emvin Cremona, alongside works from notable Maltese artists spanning the 16th through 18th centuries.
Located at coordinates 35.849306°N and 14.517333°E, the church maintains regular opening hours for both religious services and architectural appreciation visits.
The wooden titular statue of the Blessed Virgin, created by Mariano Gerada in 1808, stands as a central feature within the church interior.
Location: Għaxaq
Inception: 1760
Architectural style: baroque architecture
GPS coordinates: 35.84931,14.51733
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:17
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