One of Europe鈥檚 Finest Medieval Cities!, Mdina, Malta
The mysterious golden-stone Arabic walled city of Mdina stands on a hilltop, and is a world apart from modern Malta. Its hidden lanes offer exquisite architectural detail and respite from the day-tripping crowds, who largely stick to the main street. Today, with its massive walls and peaceful, shady streets, it is often referred to as the Silent City, a nickname that becomes particularly appropriate after dark.
Mdina is one of Europe鈥檚 finest examples of an ancient walled city and is extraordinary in its mix of medieval and baroque architecture. This is because a strong earthquake destroyed parts of Mdina in 1693, after which the Knights of Malta rebuilt the cathedral and erected buildings such as Palazzo Falzon and the Magisterial Palace in Baroque style. The city has also been the backdrop for major motion pictures and television series, including the Game of Thrones.
Walking around Mdina is like walking through time. Sitting on top of a hill overlooking large parts of Malta, it鈥檚 a small town, rich in history and surrounded by tall bastion fortifications. It鈥檚 filled with centuries-old buildings, most of which been well maintained throughout the ages. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Mdina is one of Europe鈥檚 finest examples of an ancient walled city and is extraordinary in its mix of medieval and baroque architecture. This is because a strong earthquake destroyed parts of Mdina in 1693, after which the Knights of Malta rebuilt the cathedral and erected buildings such as Palazzo Falzon and the Magisterial Palace in Baroque style. The city has also been the backdrop for major motion pictures and television series, including the Game of Thrones.
Walking around Mdina is like walking through time. Sitting on top of a hill overlooking large parts of Malta, it鈥檚 a small town, rich in history and surrounded by tall bastion fortifications. It鈥檚 filled with centuries-old buildings, most of which been well maintained throughout the ages. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: One of Europe鈥檚 Finest Medieval Cities!
Guide Location: Malta » Mdina
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Mark Vella Gera
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Guide Location: Malta » Mdina
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Mark Vella Gera
Read it on Author's Website:
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Palazzo Falzon
- Magisterial Palace
- the cathedral
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