In February 1881, a workman digging outside Mdina unearthed splendid mosaics, Roman sculptures and other artefacts – the remains of a Roman aristocratic home. The public was so excited by the finds that a policeman had to be called in to guard the remains!
The latest jewel in Rabat’s crown is Casa Bernard, a beautiful townhouse in Rabat, lovingly restored to its former glory by its owners, who have recreated every detail of domestic life of a prosperous family two centuries ago.
Malta’s huge natural harbour has been the main reason for Malta’s many invasions since at least Phoenician times, and has been the scene of bloody battles culminating in the Great Siege of 1565. The whole area was devastated in WWII.
Birgu, the ancient maritime city that is proud of its title ‘Citta Vittoriosa’, is packed with history, artistic and architectural splendour as well as heaps of character, qualities that are drawing many foreigners to make this tiny town their home.
Situated on a peninsula protruding into the Grand Harbour facing the magnificent walled city of Valletta, Isla (or Senglea) is the smallest of the Three Cities in Cottonera, truly one of the jewels of the Maltese Islands, full of heritage as well as authentic Maltese life.
Fort St Angelo guarding the harbour. This is a quintessential view of Malta from the capital, Valletta. Many assume that the Knights built it for the Great Siege of Malta, but this is not correct…
Il-Maċina was a masting-crane mounted on the rampart known as Sheer Bastion from where its sheer-legs would raise masts and lower them into galleys moored beneath. Although obsolete by 1886, il-Macina remained an important focus-point for the area…
Gardens and parks in Malta are quite small compared to those in other countries, however they are lovely for lapping up the sun on a winter’s day, or a refreshing break from the summer heat, both during the day and evening, as many remain open quite late in summer.
Les Jardins et Parcs de Malte sont plutôt petits si on les compare aux autres jardins Européens, cependant, ils sont parfait pour se reposer à l’ombre durant les chaleurs estivales, en journée comme en soirée, ces parcs ouvrent jusque tard durant l’été.
Buskett Gardens are the only wooded area that survives from a time when most of Malta was covered by trees. Enjoy a picnic under the orange trees, then take a walk by its little stream through shady glades, the perfect place for a country stroll in Spring, or a cool shady respite in summer.
Sant Anton Gardens, Attard The beautiful public garden of Sant Anton forms part of the President of Malta’s official residence, and makes for a lovely walk under mature trees and through pretty walkways. Each corner of the gardens offers something unique and each area is dotted with sculptures, fountains and a variety of flora from […]
Dans cet article, vous trouverez les plus beaux jardins d’Attard ! Jardins Sant Anton, Jardins de la cuisine du président ainsi que les jardins de la magnifique Villa Bologna sont des MUST-SEE d’île maltaise !
Close to Valletta, Floriana has pretty gardens to see. Sa Maison Gardens, Argotti Botanical Gardens, St Philip gardens and few others are nice to visit. Click on this article to see more informations
Pour se renseigner sur les plus beaux jardins de Floriana, lisez cette article! Des jardins botaniques au jardin Sa Maison, Floriana réserve de belles surprises botaniques !
Between the villages of Siġġiewi, Rabat and Dingli there is a hamlet called “tal-Fawwara”. Its name is derived from an old spring, known for the generosity of its flowing water.
The Gonna tal-Kmand (Commanders’ Gardens) were set up by Sir Alexander Ball, the naval commander of the blockade against the French for use by each village’s temporary Lieutenant.
The Victoria Lines are a network of fortifications built by the British Armed Forces during the second half of the 19th century consisting of forts, batteries, entrenchments, searchlight emplacements and howitzer positions, all connected by a continuous infantry line.
Dingli is one of the most beautiful Maltese villages, perched on the most spectacular cliffs on the island.
Located in the south of Gozo, Ta’ Sannat is a terraced village stretching from the nearby village of Munxar to the small secluded bay of Mġarr ix-Xini.
Comino, the third largest island of the Maltese archipelago is situated between Malta and Gozo, and is a paradise for snorkelers, divers, windsurfers and ramblers .The island’s main attraction is the Blue Lagoon, a sheltered inlet of shimmering aquamarine water.
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