I didn’t think it twas any big deal. It was simply listed on the map as Mdina. I thought I’d go see it. I’m glad I did. Sometimes I know that I don’t research as well as I should. I know I didn’t research Malta as well as I should have, I’m just glad I went there.
Mdina is a fortress. It was the original capital of Malta. There is some evidence that Continue reading
While the city of Valletta boasts a nice looking harbor, the real sea activity for Malta lies elsewhere. Most of the harbor is used for commuting from one side of the harbor to another. The boat docks, the port, and the marinas are located elsewhere on the island. It is a nice looking harbor, though.
At one time it was probably a very active port. The city dates back to the 16th century and was founded by the Knights of Malta as a site for a hospital. It was dedicated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1980. When I look at the harbor from the ferry landing in Sliema, I really like the view. It’s very picturesque. You can see more images of the Valletta and the harbors in Malta located here.
