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10 Churches & Cathedrals in Malta That You Shouldn't Miss
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1. Zebbug Gozo Church
2. Church of St George
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
3. St John's Co-Cathedral - Il-Konkatidral ta’ San Gwann
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
4. St. John's Co-Cathedral
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4.5 based on 11,734 reviews
Built between 1573 and 1577, this cathedral contains two masterpieces by Caravaggio. St John’s Co-Cathedral is a gem of Baroque art and architecture. It was built as the conventual church for the Knights of St John. This church is till this very day an important shrine and a sacred place of worship. It is also a venue for cultural events. The construction was commissioned in 1572 by Grand Master Jean de la Cassière to serve as the conventual church of the Knights of Malta and designed by the Maltese military architect Gerolamo Cassar. The church was dedicated to St John the Baptist, the patron saint of the Order. The oratory holds the biggest and only signed masterpiece by Caravaggio. St John’s church is administered by the St John’s Co-Cathedral Foundation responsible for the religious cultural heritage of the monument.
Reviewed By A7559IAmichaelc - Hampton, Australia
Amazing Cathedral and unique all the key knights of Malta are represented (Germany, Auvergne, Provence, etc..) and you get to see some stunning paintings from Caravaggio especially the beheading of St John the Baptist
5. Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Paul
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4.5 based on 1,486 reviews
Reviewed By Goron58 - Pontefract, United Kingdom
A joint entrance fee of 5 euros to visit the Cathedral and the museum is good value.The awesome dome and marble panels are just some of the lovely things to behold.Nice to sit and reflect a while being surrounded by such beauty.
6. Saint George Redoubt
7. Mosta Parish
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4.5 based on 1,713 reviews
For a long time it has been renowned as being the third largest unsupported dome in the world. Outside diameter 56.2 metres. Inside diameter 39.6 metres. Internal height 54.7metres. This gigantic rotunda church is decorated with many paintings by Giuseppe Calì and other able artists. While on a visit to the Mosta Dome one should not miss going into the sacristies, to view and admire the various objects of prestige, including paintings and a large-scale model of the church. Not to be missed is a replica of the bomb which, in 1942, pierced the dome and landed on the church floor. The bomb did not explode. No one died and the church was not destroyed.
Reviewed By ratpack23
This is a truly beautiful church which makes you gasp with awe as you walk in its such a wonderful interior and so large and the dome is stunning with such bold yet calming colours of gold and bright blue we just sat for ages taking in the wonderful paintings and statues we both found the church to be very thought provoking and a very special place. The church gave us both a feeling of peace . It was interesting to read about the World War 2 bomb that went though the Dome and fell to the floor while the church was full of people ! yet never went off , there is a replica inside to look at .the entrance fee is €2 per person its well worth the small fee . We travelled by bus which drops you right outside . You need to dress modestly. We liked the fact that we could take our time and also allowed to take photos. My husband says it was the best place he had visited on our holiday to Malta .
8. St. George's Basilica
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4.5 based on 415 reviews
Reviewed By genur001 - Victoria, Malta
Visiting this Basilica you will see the beautiful paintings on the ceiling and the magnificent gilded things it has got. What about the beautiful statue of the Patron Saint of St. George. If you want to celebrate a nice feast with the well welcoming people of this parish church you have to come on the second week of July to enjoy this feast. A whole week of festivities , marches around the streets of Victoria the Capital City and enjoying the fireworks.
9. Ta' Pinu National Shrine
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4.5 based on 931 reviews
Reviewed By Teresa55555 - Ellensburg, United States
Extraordinary Ta Pinu Basilica, described as the most beautiful church in Malta, is a shrine and a pilgrimage destination. The beautiful interior and amazing mosaics in front of the church are worth seeing. The story of Carmela Grima and later history of the site are compelling. Take the walk up the hill across from the church to see the marble Stations of the Cross and the amazing view in all directions from the top of the hill.
10. Church of St. John The Baptist
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4.5 based on 374 reviews
Come and explore the beauty that lies within this church. Learn about the history of the church and also about the transfer of another small 17th century church which was on the same site of the modern church today. Take a lift to the terrace of the Dome to enjoy a panoramic view of the marvelous island of Gozo. "Forget your troubles and admire god's creation" It is simply a must ...
Reviewed By ronaldt83 - Crewe, United Kingdom
You can get to this place on the 303 bus from Mgarr and walk up to it. It is a beautiful building which includes the 3rd. largest unsupported dome in the world. There is a lift up to the roof (3 euros) but it is well worth it and you can climb up to the bell tower. From the roof you can see all of Gozo. Well worth a visit.
