PHOTO: Saint Publius Church in Floriana, Malta
Opulent Saint Publius Church in Floriana, Malta, where mass is said before parish priests carry icon of their patron saint through the streets
The Feast of Saint Publius in Floriana, Malta – A Riotous Ticker-Tape Affair
Nothing defines the culture on the Maltese Islands more than religion. Life revolves around the neighborhood Catholic churches and once a year, a massive feast is held to honor the patron saint of each church. Festivities start in the spring, and throughout the spring, summer, and fall, there is a feast nearly every weekend, somewhere … Read more
PHOTO: Feast of St. Publius in Floriana, Malta
Priests lead procession during the Feast of St. Publius, the patron saint of the city of Floriana, on the island of Malta. They carry the immensely heavy icon of St. Publius through the streets for hours.
PHOTO: Sunday Market at the Harbour in Marsaxlokk, Malta
The Sunday Market at the harbour in Marsaxlokk on the island of Malta, where colorful fishing boats are anchored behind vendor tents
