Home and Heart

Mdina is a 4000 year old medieval fortification and now pedestrianized village. It was the capital of Malta in ancient times until the Knights of St. John relocated the capital to Valletta in 1566.

Mdina is called “the silent city” because of its strictly restricted vehicle access and noise regulations. It has only about 300 residents – although many many more tourists during the day.

Before entering the main gate, we enjoyed Howard Garden, named in honor of Joseph Howard, the first Maltese prime minister.

Now we are going through the Main Gate…

The first courtyard as you come through the main gate…

Inner Courtyard…

and then…

Lunch was at Scala – a Michelin star restaurant just outside the city walls with a fabulous view of the surrounding countryside

Next time – the Blue Grotto!