Focus on wayside chapels and small churches

Thirty-two wayside chapels and small churches in Malta and Gozo feature in a book entitled Historic Chapels of Malta & Gozo 360º, which HSBC Group chairman Stephen Green launched over the weekend to mark his visit to Malta.

Published by Miranda Publishers and sponsored by HSBC, the book documents the history and architectural beauty and significance of the 32 buildings.

The book launch took place at the Carmelite Priory in Mdina, where a detailed photographic exhibition of the chapels and small churches featured in the book runs until Easter Sunday.

"With 359 churches distributed among 84 parishes, I recognise it can't have been an easy job choosing just 32 chapels for this book when there are so many fine examples of ecclesiastical buildings in Malta," said Mr Green. "However, thanks to its excellent photography, the book provides an overview of the breadth of Malta's chapels and churches; from humble 12th century structures to breathtaking baroque churches. Each one provides a fascinating glimpse into the island's rich history."

Historic Chapels of Malta & Gozo 360° is authored by Joseph Grima with photography by Italian Enrico Formica.