Top Things to do in Island of Malta
Top 10 Monuments & Statues 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. Hal Saflieni Hypogeum
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4.5 based on 1,256 reviews
The Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum is an underground prehistoric burial site, a complex made up of interconnecting rock-cut chambers set on three distinct levels. Earliest remains at the site date back to about 4000BC, and the complex was used over a span of many centuries, up to c. 2500 BC. The Hypogeum was first opened to the public in 1908. Due to its uniqueness, the site became very popular with visitors. Unfortunately, this had a negative impact on the delicate microclimate of the site. For this reason, a conservation project was conducted that also included the closure of the site for 10 years between 1990 and 2000. As a result of these studies, a new visiting system was established. Nowadays, only 10 visitors an hour are now allowed inside the Hypogeum for a maximum of 8 tours a day. This system is also complemented by an environmental control system which keeps temperature and humidity at required levels. Tickets for the Hypogeum should be purchased well in advance.
Reviewed By JacqJains - Island of Malta, Malta
The immersive audio-visual show is powerfully compelling and sets the scene before being lead down to the incredibly impressive underground burial site. The narration with a hand-held wand is very well done with articulate information and atmospheric sounds. This is the only prehistoric burial site accessible to the public.....mind-blowing! Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum is justifiably inscribed on the World Heritage List and an absolute must if you are an antiquities enthusiast. Book your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.
2. St Agatha's Tower
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4.5 based on 1,373 reviews
This place is temporarily closed.
Reviewed By 586grahamh
The tower is closed until further notice but views from the location are really good particularly if you are up for a 2-3 hour circular walk. Involves one short steep climb. For the (clockwise) walk start out along the broadly level minor road that goes "inland" above the scruffy bungalows at the bottom of the hill below the tower. Emerge beyond the bungalows; pass a farmyard area; then when the road forks head right up hill. Where it levels out good views. Follow the road round to the right with planted fields either side. After some 200m watch for a concrete track/right turn. Take it. Ascend some (very) steep stone steps to reach the top of the ridge. Seat nearby for more lovely 360' views. Option here to walk left along minor road out and back to end of headland. Otherwise turn right and walk along minor road to the Red Tower. For the route down walk beyond the tower, ignore two tracks off to right and continue as road starts to descend. Watch for access to path and steps on right which zig-zag down the hill to emerge onto the road at the end of Mellieha bay within a few yards of your start point.
3. Mdina Main Gate - Baroque gateway
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4.5 based on 583 reviews
Reviewed By jch0 - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Great entrance to Mdina and impressive former moat now filled in as gardens. Very, very busy and pictures being taken constantly of the main gate/entrance. Game of Thrones connection!!
4. Chinese Garden of Serenity
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By miervaldisi - Riga, Latvia
I visited Malta a second time and this was one of the places I definitely wanted to visit again. A very pleasant, peaceful place that fully justifies its name. Well thought out garden layout with beautiful landscapes. There are not many visitors and they do not disturb the peace and quiet of the garden.
5. Pomnik Jeam de la Vallette
6. Freedom Monument
7. Domus Romana
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4.0 based on 513 reviews
The mosaic pavements in the Domvs Romana at Rabat rank among the finest and oldest mosaic compositions from the western Mediterranean, alongside those of Pompeii and Sicily. They were discovered in 1881 just outside Mdina in the remains of a rich and sumptuously decorated town house of the Roman period. This museum was one of the very first to be opened to the public in Malta.The small museum of the Domvs Romana is built around the remains of a rich, aristocratic roman town house (domvs) which was accidentally discovered in 1881. Although very little remains from the house itself, the intricate mosaics which survived for centuries, as well as the artefacts found within the remains, are testimony of the original richness and story of this fantastic abode.The current Museum building does not only preserve some of the most precious Roman remains but also provides a glimpse into the lives of a Roman domestic household, from the actual division of roles in a Roman family, to fashion, educa
Reviewed By JacobWardamse - Dublin, Ireland
A beautiful roman house with gorgeous mosaic floor- a really unexpected place to see. There were literally two other couples visiting it at the time we were there (mid Oct), which compared to crowds in the Mdina Old Town nearby was like entering an ancient Roman temple itself. The place gives you a historic background of the Roman Villa and the development of the city. There is a handful of original everyday items to be seen, as well as a handful of decorative pieces and few sculptures. The place is not very big, but worth to spend 5eur to visit it!
8. The War Memorial
9. 3 Maltese Actors Statue
10. Cat Statue
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4.0 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By malc1005 - Kettering, United Kingdom
This statue stands out, and is dedicated to all the stray cats in Malta, and there are loads of them. Very colourful, and very photogenic, well worth taking your camera along.
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