Ghar Lapsi, Underwater cave system in Siggiewi, Malta.
The forty-meter-long cave network features multiple openings in its ceiling, allowing natural light to penetrate the underwater chambers throughout the day.
Local fishermen have utilized this natural inlet for centuries, establishing it as a vital maritime shelter along Malta's southern coastline.
The name Ghar Lapsi combines two Maltese words: 'ghar' meaning cave and 'lapsi' referring to ascension, reflecting the local language heritage.
Divers can access the cave through an entry point at eight meters depth, with visibility extending up to twenty meters in favorable conditions.
The cave system contains a permanent underwater nativity scene with near life-sized figures, creating an unexpected religious display beneath the surface.
GPS coordinates: 35.82720,14.42460
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:46
Malta contains historical sites and natural landscapes beyond tourist areas. The islands feature geological structures, coastal forts, prehistoric caves and village churches. The locations include Roman remains, gardens, defense structures and natural caves in Malta and Gozo.
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