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Primarily built by the Knights of Saint John, Valletta retains its elegance and class to this day. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it is believed that this city is one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world!
With a population of roughly 7000 people, this bustling Malta capital city is busy by day but surprisingly very quiet at night, unless some major event is being hosted in Valletta.
Excellent restaurants, cafeterias and bars are scattered all around the city, not to mention countless shops, galleries and a cinema complex.
So if the capital of Malta’s rich history is too overwhelming for you, there’s still lots to do in Valletta.
The Capital of Malta: Major Sights
Most of the major attractions in Malta were built by the Knights of Saint John.
The two sights that are most popular with visitors are St. John’s Co-Cathedral and the Grand Master’s Palace.
Read up on the influence and legacy that the Knights of Malta left behind them and get all the details about the Cathedral and Grand Master’s Palace here.
Valletta is also home to the finest museums on the Maltese islands, namely the Armoury, National Museum of Fine Arts, the War Museum, National Museum of Archaeology, the Cathedral’s Museum and Lascaris War Rooms.
Click here for more info and details on these Valletta museums as well as the other major museums in Malta and Gozo.
Other Things to do in Valletta Malta
Besides exploring its museums, galleries, sampling the excellent eating and drinking outlets and maybe indulging in some shopping, checking out the views of the Grand Harbour are a definite must!Dubbed as one of the most beautiful harbours in the world, the harbour can be admired from many points.
It’s however the view from the Upper Barrakka Gardens that is sure to take your breath away.
The gardens are also a much sought after place where visitors have a rest from the sights and simply relax over a cold drink or coffee and a light snack.
At noon, there’s this daily tradition wherein a cannon is fired.
The capital of Malta is literally an open air museum!
Even if you just wander around its streets with no particular direction ...
... you can be sure to come across magnificent baroque buildings, monuments, fountains, piazzas, fortifications and many other “hidden” gems.
Hotels in Valletta
If you'd like to get an idea on what type of hotels are available in Valletta, just do a quick search on the Valletta Hotels search box you see on the right.
Simply fill in your requirements and dates and click "go".
The search engine will return all hotels in Valletta with the best rates available on the net!
You can then browse through the hotels, see their photos and get more information on their facilities and amenities.
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Valletta, the capital of Malta ... A city built by gentlemen for gentlemen
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