Northern neighbor of Mdina, Rabat in the past was a part of the Roman city of Melita.

Rabat served as a refuge for monastic orders for many centuries. To this day, communities and monasteries of Franciscans, Dominicans and Augustinian flourish here.

In addition, Rabat is known for its holy catacombs - the underground tombs of the 4th century of St. Paul and St. Agatha. Impress on the film is a round, carved straight from the rocks tables, which are called the tables of Agatha. But at the same time Rabat has a completely modern look. By the way, the town has a second name - Victoria.

Not far from Rabat is the summer residence of Magister de la Verdal - Veralda Castle

Reviews of Rabat (Malta) (1)

Evaluation 10

Mdina - around the City of Silence August 25, 2014

Marina

was here in February 2013

Ancient capital of the island, which almost did not change its appearance for the past century is interesting with its history and a very special atmosphere - it was really quiet, empty and very cold in the narrow stone alleys. Also, the views on the whole island are wonderful, and the veil that the episodes of the "Game of Thrones" were shot here. We went to the cathedral, built, as it is believed, at the meeting place of the Apostle Paul and the Roman governor Publius. The main temple of Malta, though ancient, was later rebuilt several times, here ... Read full review