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"Mdina is one of
Europe’s finest examples of an ancient walled city, and unusual in its
mix of medieval and baroque architecture. Today Mdina has a quiet,
restrained atmosphere in keeping with its noble past. Lamplit by
night, Mdina transforms itself into the ‘Silent City’. For a relaxed
evening, seek out the restaurants tucked away in its bastions and
palace courtyards."
Central Malta is dominated by
Malta's old medieval capital, Mdina. Its cathedral dome and
bastion walls are visible from almost everywhere in the
region. Mdina is a near perfect example of a medieval walled
town. Beyond the walls, lies Rabat, a large town of Roman
origin. It houses fascinating grottos, monasteries and
churches. St Paul is said to have stayed in a cave here in
A.D.60. Both Mdina and Rabat are characterised by their
timeless atmosphere and cultural and religious treasures.
Beyond Rabat is Buskett, Malta's only large area of woodland,
once hunting grounds of the Knights of St John. Central Malta
is also known for its 'Three Villages' of Attard, Balzan and
Lija. While town-sized, these old villages have a special
charm with their beautiful palazzos and baroque parish
churches. Another highlight in central Malta is the landmark
of Mosta parish church with its huge, graceful dome. The rural
area around Rabat and Siggiewi makes fine walking and touring
country. Other good tours include the old British
fortifications - the Victoria Lines - near Naxxar and Ghargur,
where there are open views northwards to St Paul's Bay. |
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Travel Tips
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Malta, like Malta Visa requirements , weather statistics,
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We have put together a good selection of books of Travel
interest about Malta which we recommend to clients visiting or
who have visited the Maltese Islands.
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Getting
There:
Bus 80 and 84
Malta Tel code:
++356
Neighboring Towns and
Villages: Rabat,Attard,Zebbug,Mosta
Beaches: No beaches in Mdina,
however nowhere in Malta is too far and getting to a beach is
never hard to get to
Shopping: Limited
Entertainments: Slient City!
Eating out: Select few but some
excellent Restaurants
Public transport: -
Regular and frequent buses to Valletta
Bus Route Map
Internet Cafes: N/a
Pharmacies :Pharmacy
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Xara Palace Hotel
in Mdina
Malta
