As the world is celebrating the Epiphany, the 4th edition of 'Bethlehem f' Ghajnsielem' once again came to an end with the triumphal entrance of the 'Three Kings' in the nativity village.

The Magi, bearing gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh, travelled all the way from Mellieha to the nativity village in Ghajnsielem. This year the Three Kings started their journey from Valletta on Saturday and continued on Saturday starting from Selmun Palace at 9.30am. AT 10.30am they arrived in Mellieha Square, where they met 'King Herod' before slowly leaving to Cirkewwa on horseback. They crossed to Gozo with the 3.00pm ferry as the passengers looked incredulously at the three wise men on board the ship. The three kings were than greeted by a huge crowd in Mgarr Terminal. On their arrival at Betlehem in Ghajnsielem, the kings were welcomed by hundreds of people, some of whom followed their two-day re-enactment of the biblical trip.  There, they handed over their gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh.

It was a truly unique atmosphere that brought tears to many Ghajnselmizi knowing that it was the last day of animation. Indeed, the visit of the three wise men at the grotto to present gifts to baby Jesus marked the end of four weekends of animation and months of hard work.

Once again, the thousands of visitors including hundreds of tourists and several dignitaries were enough to bring a deep feeling of satisfaction and pride among the organizers.

You can watch a short video footage of today's event on timesofmalta.com.

See you again in December 2012!