Ta’ Pinu Church
A late 19th to early 20th-century photograph capturing a pilgrimage to the original chapel of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Ta’ Għammar, previously known as Ta’ Ġentili and later as Ta’ Pinu. A large crowd gathers on the hilltop around the modest chapel, which would eventually be replaced by the grand Ta’ Pinu Sanctuary.
The photograph shows a large gathering of people, likely participating in a religious celebration or procession. The basilica is adorned with garlands and banners, reflecting the solemnity and festivity of the occasion. Clergy members can be seen leading the event on the church steps, symbolising the strong faith and community spirit that has long characterised Gozo's Catholic traditions.
A serene view of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Blessed Virgin of Ta’ Pinu, located in Għarb. This photo captures the grand Romanesque Revival architecture of the church under a clear blue sky, with visitors gathered at the entrance. The foreground shows neatly cut limestone blocks and young trees lining the road, reflecting ongoing landscaping works at the time. A peaceful moment at one of Gozo’s most sacred pilgrimage sites.
The Sanctuary Basilica of the Blessed Virgin of Ta’ Pinu, built on the old chapel where the Blessed Virgin spoke to Carmela Grima in the nineteenth century.
Captured in 2006, this aerial image highlights the majestic Ta’ Pinu Basilica nestled in the Gozitan countryside. Surrounded by rolling fields and winding rural roads, the sanctuary’s Romanesque architecture, soaring bell tower, and expansive forecourt are clearly visible, emphasising its spiritual and cultural prominence on the island.
An updated view of the Ta’ Pinu National Shrine in Għarb, captured in 2025. The basilica’s honey-coloured limestone façade glows beneath a bright spring sky. Visitors stroll along the open plaza lined with elegant marble statues of saints and intricate mosaic panels.
