Рабат

Historic Churches & Religious Sites

This collection spans the architectural and spiritual history of Mdina and Rabat, from the 4th-century underground catacombs of St. Agatha to the Baroque grandeur of St. Paul’s Cathedral. Highlights include the 15th-century Dominican priory in Rabat, the rare elliptical dome of the Carmelite Church, and the secluded Benedictine monastery of St. Peter. These sites preserve medieval frescoes, Roman-era burial complexes, and unique structures like the round Tal-Virtù chapel, reflecting Malta’s religious evolution over centuries.

St Paul's Cathedral

The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Paul, commonly known as St Paul's Cathedral or the Mdina Cathedral, is a Catholic cathedral in Mdina,…

Church of the Annunciation

The Church of the Annunciation also known as The Carmelite Church is a rich Baroque priory church of the Priory of Our Lady of Mount Carmel…

Church of St Agatha

A small 15th-century chapel in Mdina built on the site where Saint Agatha traditionally took refuge. The structure features a simple medieval design with later Baroque architectural modifications.

St. Agatha Historical Complex & Catacombs

Extensive 4th-century underground cemetery in Rabat featuring unique frescoes, agape tables, and over 500 graves. The complex includes a museum displaying archaeological finds from the Roman and Byzantine periods.

Statue of Saint Paul

Historical religious monument that contributes to the local cultural landscape.

Tal-Virtù Chapel

Tal- Virtu Church known formally as the Church of the Assumption of Mary of tal-Virtù, is a Roman Catholic Round church located in the…

Church of St Dominic & The Blessed Virgin

A 15th-century church and priory in Rabat, rebuilt in the 16th century. It is a significant site of pilgrimage known for its ornate Baroque interior and its long-standing association with the Dominican Order.

St. Peter's Monastery Benedictine Nuns

One of the oldest nunneries in Malta, dating back to at least the 15th century. This cloistered Benedictine monastery in Mdina preserves the remains of Blessed Maria Adeodata Pisani.

Church of St Nicholas

A small Baroque chapel in Mdina, originally dating to the 15th century but redesigned by architect Lorenzo Gafà in the late 17th century. It features a Greek-cross plan and a distinctive dome.

Church of St Roque

Also known as the Chapel of Our Lady of Light, this site dates to the 14th century and was rebuilt in the 18th century. It historically served as a place of prayer during times of plague.