History and Culture Listings

ALARME is a military re-enactment that portrays the historic and turbulent tenure of Malta by the French troops, following Napoleon’s landing and conquest of Malta (1798 – 1800). The story recounts the landing of the French troops - the subsequent administration of the Maltese Islands by the... Read More

Fondazzjoni Wirt Artna – the Malta Heritage Trust is a voluntary non-governmental organisation active in the field of heritage preservation. It looks after several historic buildings and sites in Malta, all of which are open to the public. Read More

Fort Rinella is Malta’s liveliest museum where history comes to life daily. Throughout the year, from Monday to Sunday at 14.30hrs sharp, employees dressed as late 19th century Victorian soldiers will take visitors on an animated tour around the fort. Read More

The IN GUARDIA PARADE is a historical re-enactment that portrays an authentic historical event that took place regularly inside Fort St. Elmo. This re-enactment portrays the inspection of the fort and its garrison by the Grand Bailiff of the Order of the Knights of St. John in charge of military... Read More

Notre Dame Gate was built in 1675 by Grandmaster Fra Nicola Cotoner as the principal gate into Cottonera – some 9km of continuous fortified trace that encircles The Three Cities (Vittoriosa, Senglea and Cospicua). It is by far the most imposing and perhaps the nicest of all historic town gates... Read More

Explore the battery & its underground ammunition magazines, witness how old guns were loaded and fired!

The Saluting Battery in Valletta offers a breath-taking view of the Grand Harbour and the Three Cities. Located in Valletta, under the Upper Barracca Gardens perched high above the Grand... Read More

Among the largest and best preserved in Europe, the Jewish Quarter integrates the Bonastruc ça Porta center and its surroundings, which have gained the most important architectural and urbanistic interest. Read More

The cathedral is a remarkable archaeological site. Its history covers 12 centuries - it is a vibrant cultural place. The arts often contribute to the liturgy. Through the ages the cathedral walls have witnessed a lot of important historical events. Read More

Built between 1910-11. The Farinera Teixidor is made up of two parts joined by a parabolic arch that separates the factory from the house. It is currently the home of the Punt Diari newspaper. Read More

This gorgeous, glass roofed arcade in the center of town is lined with cafes, theaters and luxury stores and is one of the first shopping arcades in Europe. Built in 1847 and recently renovated, the Royal Galleries (Galerie de la Reine, du Roi and du Prince) are one of the most astonishing places... Read More