Set the scene.
Building of the present sanctuary began in 1650 in the former hamlet of Ħal Lew, now associated with Qrendi.
Here’s the twist.
Knight Wolfgang Philip von Guttenberg was an important benefactor. His coat of arms appears among the chapel’s decoration, preserving a visible link between patronage and architecture.
Why it still matters.
Look for the dome, lantern and carved altar surround. Instead of treating decoration as background, ask who paid for it and what signs they left for later generations to notice.
🧠 One to think about +
What does this story change about the way you see Malta today? Pick one detail you’d tell a friend — then check its source below.