During a press conference held at Castille, Hon. Chris Said, Parliamentary Secretary for Public Dialogue and Information together with Ghajnsielem Mayor Francis Cauchi and project manager Franco Ciangura explained the details of the nativity village to the present media.

The journalists were also shown a short promotional video which was later broadcasted on all major TV station. The official poster, website and the nativity village map were also unveiled.

Mayor Francis Cauchi said that the village is being built on a land stretching 20,000sqm in the area known as ‘Ta Passi’ fields, situated between Ghajnsielem’s main square and Mgarr Road. Although ‘Ta Passi’ has been abandoned for several years, the area has now been cleaned and over 400 meters of rubble walls which collapsed over the years were rebuilt. Parliamentary Secretary Chris Said said that project offers a boost for internal tourism and promises to be a major attraction in Gozo where families can relax and enjoy Christmas in a unique way.

Project manager Mr Franco Ciangura said that ‘Bethlehem f’ Ghajnsielem’ will include several attractions including the a carpenter workshop, a blacksmith, a bakery, a market selling fruits and vegetables, a tavern, a crafts center and a horse stable. The main attraction will obviously be the grotto with Mary, Joseph, & baby Jesus. Maps will be given to all visitors and ‘Bethlehem by night’ will offer visitors another unique experience in terms of ambience and atmosphere

“Bethlehem f’ Ghajnsielem” will be officially inaugurated on Saturday, 6th December by the Hon. Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi and blessed by Gozo Bishop Mgr. Mario Grech. It will remain open until Sunday 4th of January.

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