Set the scene.
The lighthouse above Għasri began operating on 15 October 1853.
Here’s the twist.
Its early lighting system used 21 oil lamps with reflectors and lenses.
Why it still matters.
The lighthouse later became automated. Compare the technologies: oil, glass and careful positioning once guided ships through darkness.
🧠 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.