Mdina Old City

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As a typical walled city, Mdina's immense ancient ramparts give the town a fairy-tale charm. Known as the Cittadella, the town's fortifications date back to the Medieval Period when the city was ruled by the Arabs and Normans. The town's elegant Main Gate, designed by de Mondion, was built in 1724 in splendid Baroque style. It is an excellent example of Baroque design. The escutcheon bears a coat of arms, and statues of growling lions stand proudly in the front of the gate. Enter this dramatic doorway to leave the 21st century behind.
As a typical walled city, Mdina's immense ancient ramparts give the town a fairy-tale charm. Known as the Cittadella, the town's fortifications date back to the Medieval Period when the city was ruled by the Arabs and Normans. The town's elegant Main Gate, designed by de Mondion, was built in 1724 in splendid Baroque style. It is an excellent example of Baroque design. The escutcheon bears a coat of arms, and statues of growling lions stand proudly in the front of the gate. Enter this dramatic doorway to leave the 21st century behind.
Mdina - ancient capital of Malta, best visited in the evening minus the crowds.
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St. Paul's Cathedral, Mdina
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Popular places to visit

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St. Paul's Cathedral

St. Paul's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Mdina Old City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the local tours.

St. Paul's Cathedral

Mdina Old City Gate

Find out about the history of Mdina when you spend time at Mdina Old City Gate. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mdina Old City Gate

Mdina Dungeons

Find out about the history of Mdina Old City with a stop at Mdina Dungeons. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

Mdina Dungeons

Palazzo de Piro

Get tickets for a show at Palazzo de Piro, a theater with a story to tell in Mdina Old City. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Palazzo de Piro

Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum

You can study the exhibits at Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Mdina Old City. Amble around this romantic area's seaside, or seek out the local tours.

Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum

Cathedral Museum

You can study the exhibits at Cathedral Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Mdina Old City. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Cathedral Museum

Things to do

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