The city of Valletta was mostly completed by the early 1570s, and it became the capital on 18 March 1571 when Grand Master Pierre de Monte moved from his seat at Fort St Angelo in Birgu to the …

Aug 13, 2025 · Malta ’s pocket-sized capital is a 16th-century expression of magnificent architecture, with tall townhouses towering over narrow streets. Named after the Grand Master when it was built, …

Founded in 1566, Valletta is Malta’s capital city and is one of Europe’s smallest (and southern-most) capital cities, with many buildings having a strong Baroque character.

Book these experiences for a close-up look at Valletta. These rankings are informed by Tripadvisor data—we consider traveler reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location. 1. St. John's …

Valletta is not an industrial city but is an important commercial and administrative centre. The city’s artistic and historical treasures constitute a major tourist attraction.

Nov 19, 2025 · Valletta, also known as il-Belt, is the tiny Meditteranean city on the island of Malta. Awarded the European Capital of Culture just a few years back, visiting this beautiful city is a must …

Jan 9, 2026 · Valletta makes an ideal city break destination where you can find world class restaurants, peek inside a stunning Palazzo or dip into Malta’s WW2 history. We cover the top things to do in …

Aptly coined in 2018 as the European Capital of Culture, there are tons to see and do in this spectacular City, founded in the sixteenth Century by the Knights of St John.

Plan the perfect day in the Maltese capital, from breakfast pastries to a waterfront dinner. This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK).

Valletta is Malta's capital city, a UNESCO world heritage site, mostly famous for the buildings by the Knights of St. John