Malta is an island full of charm and culture, surrounded by a crystal sea. The first view you can have coming in from the harbor is this impressive historic core, light in color, standing out against the blue of the sea ..
Numerous struggles poterehanno held until Malta was the last base of the Allies in World War II and therefore, under attack in Italy and Germany.
Since 1800 with the fall of French rule, was occupied by the British Empire, which allowed its independence only after the Second World War.
still very evident resonances on the British territory
It comes to Valletta, Malta's capital, through the City Gate, the main port of access to the historic center:
It along Republic Street, the bustling main street at all hours of tourists and shops:
On the facades of the buildings stand out characteristic balconies closed, the so-called Gallarijas, which at first glance may appear similar to English but bowindows while at the same time, some architectural details reminiscent of homes typical Turkish thus becoming a unique feature of Maltese homes.
Perfectly preserved, the Gallarijas, give a special charm to the old buildings overlooking the city walks:
Malta was the home of the legendary Knights of St. John arrived on ' island in 1530, fleeing to Rhodes conquered by the Turks, and remained there for over three hundred years, until 1834, when they transferred their headquarters in Rome. They were a sort of mercenary, defenders of the Catholic faith as the last Christian stronghold on the borders of the Ottoman Empire and, coming from all parts of Europe, and lived by nationality, in so-called Auberge, college residences comparable to modern English.
One of these, the Auberge de Provence, is just the beginning of Republic Street and houses the interesting National Museum of Archaeology, which collects the most significant pieces of archeology local, coming more than anything else, the many temples megalithic Malta and Gozo, among which some beautiful terracotta statuettes of fine workmanship.
Perfectly preserved, the Gallarijas, give a special charm to the old buildings overlooking the city walks:
Malta was the home of the legendary Knights of St. John arrived on ' island in 1530, fleeing to Rhodes conquered by the Turks, and remained there for over three hundred years, until 1834, when they transferred their headquarters in Rome. They were a sort of mercenary, defenders of the Catholic faith as the last Christian stronghold on the borders of the Ottoman Empire and, coming from all parts of Europe, and lived by nationality, in so-called Auberge, college residences comparable to modern English.
One of these, the Auberge de Provence, is just the beginning of Republic Street and houses the interesting National Museum of Archaeology, which collects the most significant pieces of archeology local, coming more than anything else, the many temples megalithic Malta and Gozo, among which some beautiful terracotta statuettes of fine workmanship.
The building is located on Merchant Street, where the weekly market is held. A lot of fun to browse among the stalls offering every kind of merchandise!
The Cathedral of St. John was built by the Knights of St. John soon after their establishment. The floor is enriched by the tombstones of many embedded young knights of noble European families.
E 'be the first complete example of high Baroque in the world, and hosts "The Beheading of St. John the Baptist" by Caravaggio, 1608
Well .... I'm trying at least a little: o)??
I have wonderful memories of Malta .... my first cruise scrap the girls ... it's the same memory at the end of cruise you may be TOO !!!!!
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