Walking Along
This walk and workshop was designed to explore the diverse perspectives, histories, and contemporary challenges of the coast of Marsaskala. Through observation, dialogue, and reflection, participants engaged actively with the landscape and with each other, developing their own interpretations of Marsaskala’s past and present.
The activity took place on 23 May 2026, beginning at 4:00 PM, with the meeting point at St Thomas Tower.
The activity will be structured in three parts:
Participants walked in an open, exploratory format that encouraged curiosity, discussion, and shared interpretation.
They were invited to take photographs using their mobile phones, capturing objects, buildings, activities, or scenes that they feel represent Wied il-Għajn today and/or in the past.
Dialogue and exchange among participants was central to this part of the experience, with individuals encouraged to ask questions, share observations, and reflect collectively.
They were invited to take photographs using their mobile phones, capturing objects, buildings, activities, or scenes that they feel represent Wied il-Għajn today and/or in the past.
Dialogue and exchange among participants was central to this part of the experience, with individuals encouraged to ask questions, share observations, and reflect collectively.
This segment took place in silence, without photography, allowing participants time to reflect on what they observed, documented, and discussed. The walk concluded at the Villa Apap Bologna Pastoral Centre, where coffee and light refreshments were served.
Participants who wish to share their photos can share them with the organizers.
Participants who wish to share their photos can share them with the organizers.
The event concluded with a moderated discussion led by Dr Judith Gatt (University of Malta) and Rev. Jean Claude Attard (MELA).
Participants were invited to share reflections and perspectives in a respectful and inclusive environment, where all contributions were valued.
Participants were invited to share reflections and perspectives in a respectful and inclusive environment, where all contributions were valued.
Images from the Event
Photographs courtesy of the Department of Classics and Archaeology, University of Malta.
This project is developed by the Department of Classics and Archaeology at the University of Malta in partnership with MELA. This particular event was organised in collaboration with Marsaskala Parish and the Marsaskala Residents Network.
