The Chapel of St Paul tal-Qlejgħa, set within the scenic landscape of Chadwick Lakes near Mosta, was rebuilt in 1690 in a modest Baroque style. It is dedicated to the Shipwreck of St Paul in Malta, a key event in the island’s Christian tradition. Although originally a private chapel, it served the religious needs of the surrounding rural community.
The chapel is especially known for the votive graffiti etched on its outer walls, including depictions of ships, crosses, handprints, and agricultural symbols like wheat sheaves. These engravings, carved over centuries, are believed to be offerings of gratitude by seafarers who invoked St Paul for protection at sea. One of the most striking is a ship graffito about 165 cm long, found on the front façade.
Restored in 1989, the chapel remains in occasional use for Masses. Located near flowing streams and rustic stone bridges, the chapel’s natural surroundings make it one of the few places in Malta where historical devotion and lush landscape coexist. It continues to represent Malta’s deep connection to St Paul and maritime faith traditions.
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