Luqa
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Luqa or Ħal Luqa (meaning poplar in Aramaic) is a village located in the south east of Malta (Europe). It is an old town that typical of the Maltese Islands in its dense population. The population of Luqa is 6,028 (Nov 2005). Luqa is quite important to the Maltese economy as the runway of the airport (which is in nearby Gudja) is located there. It boasts a beautiful Church in its main square, which is dedicated to St. Andrew. The traditional feast of St. Andrew is celebrated in July.
The famous clock maker and inventor Michelangelo Sapiano(1825-1913)used to live in Luqa. He invented various kinds of clocks. The clock in the belfry of the Parish Church is one of his many works.
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