More on the perfect little Island-nation of Malta:
This gorgeous little chain of islands is home to an ancient city called M'dina (pronouced: MmmmmDina. Yes, like a hum, then Dina.)
It was once the capitol city of Malta and John the Baptist is said to have spent time in it's residences, writing his chapters of the New Testament.
In it's current state, M'dina is a Medieval town, complete with Medieval Cathedral, gargoyles and buttressed, Gothic architecture. It is stunning. But obviously, if John the Baptist spent some time there, the city is much older. Indeed, Ruins from earlier versions of the city have been found and date all the way back to the Phoenicians. (Think: WAY before the Romans, about 800 years before Rome was established, in the 1500's, BC.)
Also, in it's current state, the city is referred to by locals as "The Silent City," the reason being that less than 300 people reside in it. Cars are not allowed to drive through it (except if they belong to residents) and most traces of modern civilization are completely hidden from street view. It's almost haunting, wandering down ancient alley-ways,
feeling the rough stone walls around you in the warm, welcoming climate. It almost feels as if the city is a recreation, a theme-park build, created for spectacle, except it's genuine and age bespeaks it. It is a friendly little city, bathed in sunshine and snug on it's hill.
You must visit Malta. Enjoy the beaches, visit the blue lagoon at Gozo and the blue hole, visit Sliema and beautiful Valetta, enjoy the friendly, lovely people and bask in the Island's rich history. But don't forget to visit M'dina. It is truly an unforgettable experience.
This gorgeous little chain of islands is home to an ancient city called M'dina (pronouced: MmmmmDina. Yes, like a hum, then Dina.)
It was once the capitol city of Malta and John the Baptist is said to have spent time in it's residences, writing his chapters of the New Testament.
In it's current state, M'dina is a Medieval town, complete with Medieval Cathedral, gargoyles and buttressed, Gothic architecture. It is stunning. But obviously, if John the Baptist spent some time there, the city is much older. Indeed, Ruins from earlier versions of the city have been found and date all the way back to the Phoenicians. (Think: WAY before the Romans, about 800 years before Rome was established, in the 1500's, BC.)
Also, in it's current state, the city is referred to by locals as "The Silent City," the reason being that less than 300 people reside in it. Cars are not allowed to drive through it (except if they belong to residents) and most traces of modern civilization are completely hidden from street view. It's almost haunting, wandering down ancient alley-ways,
feeling the rough stone walls around you in the warm, welcoming climate. It almost feels as if the city is a recreation, a theme-park build, created for spectacle, except it's genuine and age bespeaks it. It is a friendly little city, bathed in sunshine and snug on it's hill.
You must visit Malta. Enjoy the beaches, visit the blue lagoon at Gozo and the blue hole, visit Sliema and beautiful Valetta, enjoy the friendly, lovely people and bask in the Island's rich history. But don't forget to visit M'dina. It is truly an unforgettable experience.
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