Top Things to do in Island of Malta
The 10 Best Sacred & Religious Sites in Island of Malta, Malta
One of the three principal islands of the Maltese archipelago, the island of Malta is the largest of the chain. Its capital Valletta, a lively, bustling city with many buildings dating back to the 16th century, teems with cathedrals, palaces and forts. The impressive Grand Harbour offers a dramatic arrival. The top archaeological attraction is the UNESCO-designated Hypogeum temple ruins, a macabre, 5400-square-foot underground necropolis and the world's only underground prehistoric temple.
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1. Church of Our Lady Of Graces
2. Chapel of the Annunciation
3. St. John's Co-Cathedral
Overall Ratings
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
4. Mariam Al-Batool Mosque
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Swisschocmad
My husband and I managed to find a bus from Valetta, with the help,of someone who was making his way there too, for Friday prayers. It's only a couple of minutes walk from where the bus drops you in Paola. The mosque had prayer and washing facilities for both men and women and it has a lovely warm atmosphere. Added to that was the bonus of the local Arab families bringing along nag homemade food to see form their car boots in the car park. We managed to have a surprise delicious homemade lunch following the afternoon prayer!
5. Parish Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
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4.5 based on 125 reviews
Reviewed By rosedesaron - Pasadena, United States
A lovely historical church by the see. Balluta bay is one of the most picturesque place in Malta between Sliema and Saint Julian. We enjoyed listening to Christmas carols before they brought the representation of Baby Jesus to the altar then we attended the mass that was in Maltese; people were very friendly and it was a nice experience.
6. Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By 282bluea - The Hague, The Netherlands
As with most Maltese churches the inside of this church is very beautiful, well worth a visit...! xx
7. Madonna tal-Karmnu Our Lady of Mount Carmel
8. Church of St Dominic & The Blessed Virgin.
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4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Duroniel - Boras, Sweden
We went here with a Game of thrones tour, and seeing that several of the scenes were filmed here the place is a must if you can get here easily! The building is beautiful on it's own and the connection just made it that much better! There are several sundials and some of the original, more colourful floor can be seen in some of the rooms.
9. Mnajdra Temples
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4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By DanielAmy - Rotorua, New Zealand
These temples are just as impressive as the Hagar Qim excavations and you’ll have access to view them of you’ve paid for tickets to the Hagar Qim Archeological sites. The walk is a little further than the first set of temples and will require about a 10 minute walk uphill to exit the complex. Overall, great well-kept temples. Don’t miss the dot art which they believe to be an ancient calendar!
10. St. Paul's Anglican Pro-Cathedral
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4.0 based on 328 reviews
Reviewed By S1333COmichaelh - Coventry, United Kingdom
Went for Sung Eucharist 11 am service Sunday.Wonderful service in a beautiful setting well worth going. Easy to find from Valletta main bus station or by ferry from Sliema Ferries every 30 mins & very cheap fares. Look for spire and dome. Nice welcoming congregation, you can have wine, coffee & snack in the undercroft after the service.
