The Azure Window might be confined to the history books, but Dwejra still has plenty to offer nature lovers and thrill-seekers, Gozo Minister Justyne Caruana was keen to stress on Monday. 

Dr Caruana emphasised the region's draws at a press conference held to announce a half day's worth of activities to be held in Dwejra this coming Sunday, March 11, to mark the one-year anniversary since the geological landmark collapsed. 

Geological experts will hold public information sessions and thrill-seekers will abseil down rock faces as part of the activities, which will also include talks about the area's flora and fauna, a clean-up organised by the Emergency Response and Rescue Corps and archery sessions run by the Victoria Scouts group.

Joseph Caruana will be on hand to explain how the Azure Window's collapse is scuba divers' gain, with the rock formation making for some unique diving opportunities. 

The Azure Window collapsed in March 2017, with high winds and rough seas sending the natural wonder crashing down beneath the waves. 

Minister Caruana said that the government wanted to turn the loss into an opportunity, with plans afoot to introduce a Dwejra Opportunity Fund. No more details about the fund were forthcoming.