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- Explore the Barrakka Gardens of Malta, separated into the Upper Barrakka Gardens and the Lower Barrakka Gardens, known for their beautiful views and peaceful environment. The Upper and Lower gardens are in distinct locations and require alternate directions depending on which garden guests choose to visit. Upper Barrakka Gardens is close to Castille Place which is in the Southeastern part of the city. These gardens are sought for the breathtaking and panoramic views of the Grand Harbor and Malta’s Three Cities. There are also many sculptures scattered throughout the gardens created by famous Maltese sculptor, Antonio Sciortino. The Lower Barrakka Gardens are located on St. Christopher’s Bastion in Valetta and these gardens offer a different view of the Grand Harbor and the city.
- Visit St. John’s Cathedral, unquestionably the greatest artistic treasure in the Maltese Islands. The Cathedral sees thousands of visitors every year and has been conserved with precise care to maintain its original features dating back to 1577. Throughout the centuries since the cathedral was established, every grandmaster and many knights filled it with art by the best artists and donated generous gifts and contributions. The cathedral, built by architect Gironimo Cassar, was intended to be a landmark that can be seen anywhere on the island. The cathedral is home to many ancient artifacts, tombstones, monuments and art collections visited by people worldwide.
- Spend the day at Malta’s National Museum of Archaeology, with artifacts and history dating back from Malta’s Neolithic period (5900-2500 BC) up until the early Phoenician period (8th-6th century BC). Malta’s National Museum of Archaeology allows visitors to explore different exhibitions that are dedicated to specific time periods. Discover art, artifacts, original pieces of glass, gold, and tools from the Neolithic period. There are also temporary exhibitions throughout the year that highlight rare artifacts from the reserve collections.