Valetta

Valletta, Malta. January 16, 2016

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January 30th 2016
Saturday, Jan. 16. Valletta, Malta. Cool 13C. Rainy and increasing wind during the day. Jane - Wow! What architecture! Everywhere you turn there is a postcard picture. Very old town. Steeped in history. Fortified walls, arches, churches and columned buildings... Walked. Ended up going to the Presidential Palace and Armoury Museum. Well presented, with excellent commentary. Rain eased up. Off to ... read more

Europe » Malta

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Great Britain formally acquired possession of Malta in 1814. The island staunchly supported the UK through both World Wars and remained in the Commonwealth when it became independent in 1964. A decade later Malta became a republic. Since about the mi... ... read more