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The Three Cities – Vittoriosa, Senglea & Cospicua This side of the Grand Harbour was heavily bombed during the Second World War, causing major damage to Vittoriosa, Cospicua and particularly Senglea which was almost completely rebuilt after the war. This area was the main target for air-raids since the dockyard was located in Cospicua. Vittoriosa (Birgu) - Vittoriosa was the first city to be inhabited by the Knights and it is also known as the oldest maritime capital of these Islands. Maritime Museum - On the Vittoriosa seafront where the Knights used to repair their warships and galleys today lies the Maritime Museum. This building was originally constructed to serve as a Naval Bakery. The naval collection of the Order of St. John and the Royal Navy occupy two halls. The other exhibits include two ceremonial barges of the Grandmasters Wignacourt and De Vilhena, traditional Maltese boats, models of ships and sailing ships, armour and other nautical instruments The National Museum of Folklore - The seat of the inquisition in Birgu, Malta, has been transformed into the National Museum of Folklore. Here one can enjoy interesting specimens of tools, farming implements and objects of devotion used in the past. The building itself, the Inquisitor's Palace, is of particular interest too. Fort St. Angelo - Fort St. Angelo was built around the 12th century AD and its fortifications were enforced, around 1530, by the Knights to face any attack of the Ottoman Turks. In the 19th century the British added further structures to the fort, and later St. Angelo served as the headquarters of the British Royal Navy. Fort St. Angelo was hit directly 69 times during the Second World War. St. Lawrence Church - Having been founded in the year 1090 this church is one of the oldest churches in Malta. Originally it was only a chapel however in 1508 it was rebuilt and dedicated to St. Lawrence the Martyr. SENGLEA (Isla) - Named after the Grand Master Claude de la Sengle, Senglea is popularly known as "L-Isla". It had to be almost completely rebuilt after the second world war due to the great damage caused by heavy bombing. Gardjola - There is not much than a watchtower at this location. However, the tower itself with the eye and ear motifs is very attractive and the panoramic view is unbeatable. COSPICUA (Bormla) - The history of Cospicua is relatively short when compared to its neighbours. The drydocks is definitely the most prominent landmark of this city. This has unfortunately marked the development of the city both commercially and as a tourist attraction. However you can find a magnificent Parish Church, and its Oratory, which is full of unique masterpieces. KALKARA - Kalkara is built around the third of the four creeks that divide the three cities. It is less densely populated, more tranquil and hosts various historical sites. Other interesting attractions are the Mediterranean Film Studios, and one of Malta's largest theme parks. Fort Ricasli - This fort was built in 1670 by the engineer Chevalier Val Perga. Commissioned by Fra Gio Francesco Ricasli the fort lies on a peninsula defending the entrance to the Grand Harbour. Fort Rinella - This fort was built purposely to host a single 100-ton gun. This gun was so big that none of the existing forts had enough space to host it. Fort Rinella was built between 1878 and 1886 by the British Royal Engineers and remained in service until 1906. |
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Sliema, ST. Julian’s and Paceville Mdina, Rabat, Mosta, Ta Qali and Dingli Three Cities – Vittoriosa, Senglea and Cospicua Bugibba, Qawra and St. Paul’s Bay Fishing Villages – Marsaxlokk, Marsascala and Birzebbugia |
