Valletta
Valletta, the capital of Malta, was named after Jean de Valletta, the sixth leader of the Order of St. John (1557- 1568, founder of Valletta). 1565, the Order of St. John faced another siege. Led by the leader of Valletta, the Knights will defend Malta to the death. This battle is the famous "siege of Malta" in European history.
This campaign won Malta the reputation of "European shield", but at the same time it also turned Malta's old capital and fortress into ruins. The colonel decided to build a new capital, and European countries strongly supported it economically and technically. After the completion of the new city, people named it "Valletta" in memory of him.
Valletta, built on the mountain, has a neat layout and the streets fluctuate like hillsides. Climb to the top of the narrow and straight street and you will see a magnificent sea. Magnificent baroque buildings and towering military fortresses can be seen everywhere in the city, and there are also many boutiques, such as antique shops, bookstores and jewelry stores. Stroll through Valletta, without the hustle and bustle of big cities and the salty Mediterranean wind, you can quietly explore the mysterious historical sites in the city, or take a postcard-like landscape photo.
Little Maier has more than 360 churches, each of which is magnificent. The most famous one is St. John's Cathedral in Valletta. This is a building in the late Renaissance, built by the Order of Malta. It is a place where leaders and knights hold major religious ceremonies and sacrificial activities. The appearance of the church is unpretentious, but the interior is colorful and extremely luxurious.
The whole dome of the church is a mural, depicting the life story of St. John. The marble floor is engraved with the name of the knight who sleeps underground, and the first leader and the sixth leader are also buried in the catacombs. When visiting, don't miss the header of St. John the Baptist, the only signature work of Italian painter Caravaggio.
The Upper and Lower Baraka Gardens are large urban gardens in Valletta. Lower Baraka Park has a low altitude and is dominated by Roman-style marble temples. Alto Baraka Park (Italian observation deck) is located above the big harbor. The top of the garden overlooks the whole Dagang and Valletta, and the city elevator connects the upper and lower gardens.
Grand Master Square was built in 157 1 year and was once the palace of the Grand Commander of the Order of Malta. During British rule, it was the governor's office, and now it is the seat of Malta's presidential palace and parliament. In addition to government activities, travelers can also visit palaces and enjoy the portraits of many European monarchs, including the head of the Order, Catherine II, Louis XIV and Louis XV of France, and the tapestry presented by Louis XIV to the head of the Order. The armory in the palace has become a "punch-in" place for paladin researchers, because it contains the most exquisite weapons in medieval and Renaissance Europe.
San sisters cheng
Compared with the capital Valletta, San twin cities has a longer history and is the birthplace of Maltese civilization. Vittoriosa, Senglea and Cospicua developed together, forming the historical center of Malta, which was Malta's main defense line in the famous "Great Siege of Malta" and various wars during the reign of the Knights.
Vitoriosa is the most famous of the "sisters", the original stronghold of the Order of Malta and the main battlefield of the "siege of Malta". The old name was Burkul, and the old leader Lavaletta renamed it Vitoriosa to commemorate the glorious history of the city, which means "the city of victory".
It is no exaggeration to say that the whole town is a living museum. The investigator's palace in the city center is the official residence of Malta's first investigator, which was given by the head of the delegation. After "one brick and one tile" by officials of past dynasties, it has been transformed into a typical Roman palace building in the middle of18th century. St Lawrence Church is the most famous church in the city and the first monastery church used by the head of the Order. The statue of Freedom Monument in front of the church is a symbol to commemorate Malta's liberation from British colonial rule.
Senglia, formerly known as L-Isla (meaning Peninsula), is located in the headland opposite Valletta Bay. During the "Maltese Siege", the soldiers and civilians in the city fought bravely and defended the city, so the head of Valletta gave Sen Gilea a title-Citta 'Invicta. Don't miss Gardjola Garden, which is separated from Valletta by water. This is a famous sentry post in this city. The eye of Horus above the window of the sentry post means to guard the safety of the port and be vigilant at any time.
Cospicua, the largest of the three twin cities, was originally named Bormla. Because of its outstanding performance in the great siege, it was renamed Cospi Cua by the head of Valletta (meaning brave). The city was severely damaged in World War II, and the surviving Margarita coastal defense line and the church with rich treasures have become the landmarks of the city today.
Mdina
Mdina is the old capital of Malta. How old will it be? The history of Medina can be traced back to 1500 years ago! Mdina means "castle" in Arabic, and Rabat, the surrounding area, means "suburb". The architecture of this city used to be dominated by medieval style. After the 1693 earthquake, the restored and reconstructed buildings obviously have baroque style.
There are many churches, monasteries and aristocratic palaces in Medina, the most famous of which is St. Paul's Cathedral/Medina Cathedral, which is the main church of Roman Catholicism. According to legend, this church was built in the place where the Apostle Saint Paul met Tacitus, the then administrator, after the shipwreck. When night falls, the noise in the city gradually fades away, and the ancient city becomes quiet and calm, emitting more mysterious and ancient attractions. At this time, if you stroll in the ancient city and enjoy your time alone, you may understand why it is called "the city of silence".
Ma sha Luo ke fish market
Mascara Bay, located at the southeast end of malta island, has a different fishing port style from Valletta-the fishing boats moored in the harbor are colorful, and the extremely saturated red, yellow, blue and green make people shine at the moment and their mood clear.
The bow is painted with a pair of eyes-the eyes of Osiris (a ghost in Egyptian mythology). According to legend, this can protect the safety of fishing boats at sea. This legend can be traced back to Phoenician times. There are a series of restaurants by the sea, where you can enjoy a leisurely and delicious lunch. If you happen to be here on Sunday, you can catch up with the bustling fish market, mix and choose octopus, prawns and all kinds of fresh fish that have just been salvaged among the locals, and experience the most authentic folk customs.
Hager Stone Temple and Mnadra Stone Temple
Haggar Stone Temple (Hagar Qim) and Mnajdra Temple are located in the southern coastal area of Malta. These mysterious temples of Stonehenge were built between 3600 BC and 3000 BC. They are the oldest existing buildings in the world, even older than the Egyptian pyramids, the Great Wall in Wan Li, China and Stonehenge in Britain. Hager Stone Temple stands on a cliff overlooking the sea. This temple built of huge stones is one of the most complicated stone age relics. Huge stone tables are located on both sides of the entrance to the temple, but their use is still a mystery.
The Mundra Stone Temple, alias "Temple of the Sun", is even more surprising-a Maltese draftsman carefully surveyed this temple and found that it is actually a fairly accurate sun clock. According to the position of the sun's rays passing through the altar and stone pillars in the temple, the four seasons can be accurately displayed.
Dalishuishou village
Remember Popeye who will become a muscular man after eating spinach and Oliver who keeps talking (I seem to have exposed my age)? Malta has a realistic version of Popeye Village. When the Popeye live-action movie of 1980 started shooting, the crew racked their brains to find an uncontested peach blossom garden, and finally decided to make the scenic spot a quiet bay village in Malta.
/kloc-more than 0/60 workers spent more than 7 months building this fairy-tale village, which has a barber shop, a bakery, a sawmill, a post office and even a cemetery. After Popeye's live-action film was filmed, these buildings that should have been demolished were preserved at the strong request of the local people and became this paradise now presented to the world. Travelers can really walk into the fairy tale world here, drink a glass of energy red wine, eat a can of spinach with the same comic book, and then chat with Oliver.
Victoria city
Gozo Island has a long history. According to archaeologists, it was inhabited 5000 years ago. According to research, the ruins of the temple of Ggantija on the island were built around 3600 BC. After more than 5000 years of wind and rain, there are still many boulders, and the arches and giant windows of that year are still faintly visible. Victoria is the capital of Gozo Island, originally named Rabat, and was renamed Victoria when Queen Victoria was crowned. The most famous city is the castle on the top of the mountain. This is a castle in the late middle ages. It occupies the commanding heights of Victoria City, so its outline can be seen from anywhere in the city.
Devera B.
The majestic sea cliffs can be said to be Malta's business card. The magnificent rocks standing on the coastline of Dwejella have formed amazing shapes after years of wind, rain and waves. The famous blue window once stood by the Riviera Bay, but now it has collapsed, leaving only half a "window frame", so travelers can still remember the lost scenery.
Calypso mythology myth cave
The legend of the mythical cave in Calypso is more attractive than the cave itself. Calypso mythology myth, which means "I will hide" in ancient Greek, is the goddess of the sea in Greek mythology. Odysseus, the ancient Greek hero who just finished the Trojan War, unfortunately sank on the mythical island of Capripso. Calypso mythology myth saved him and fell in love with him. Under the magic of the goddess, they lived sweetly for seven years. But even though the goddess promised Odysseus immortality and eternal youth, he refused the invitation of the goddess and returned to earth for his beloved mortal wife, Penie Lop. 20 1 1, the cave is forbidden to enter because of the danger of collapse, and can only be entered from above.
Komino i.
This mini island with an area of less than 4 square kilometers and a permanent population of only 4 people has a beautiful coastline and is a paradise for snorkeling, deep diving and sailing enthusiasts. Faced with such a blue sea, you can't help but want to throw yourself into its arms. Besides, there are countless reefs, corals, shipwrecks and historic sites waiting for you to explore. The color saturation of the blue lagoon here is so high that you can never get tired of seeing it, and even make you suspect that it is just a strong oil painting. Climb along the path to the top of Santa Maria Tower, the highest point of the whole island of Komino, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and having a panoramic view.