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Malta is the largest of the three major islands that constitute the Maltese archipelago and located at the centre of the Mediterranean Sea. The island is 27 kilometres (17 miles) long and 14.5 kilometres (9 miles) wide, with a total area of 246 square kilometres (95 square miles). The island’s climate is considered to be ‘mild’.
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The history of Rabat dates back some 2,000 years when it made part of the old Roman city Mdina – then called Melita. It was the Arabs in fact that changed the name to Mdina and the part outside the gates, was called Rabat – meaning the suburb.
Rabat has made its mark in history after it is said that St. Paul preached from St. Paul’s Grotto which is situated under where the church of St. Paul stands today. Throughout the Roman rule, the old city of Melita extended to a section of Rabat up to the Parish Church. The ditch that surrounded the city was riddled with caverns cut in rock that were utilised as burial places by the city’s inhabitants.
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‘The Hidden Gem’ is a small family run accommodation, which promises a unique experience of Maltese lifestyle in its ultimate authenticity. No expense has been spared to convert this 400 year old house of character into a comfortable, yet classical accommodation. The surroundings, the décor, as well as the locality itself present genuine Maltese culture. Read more > |