Malta Photo Gallery - Mdina

Mdina's citadel has a history going back to the Phoenicians. The current name dates from the Arab times meaning "walled city". With its city walls and shady streets, it has a nickname of "silent city".

The ditch around the city walls was dug by the Knights of St. John in the 15th century.

Arriving early is key to avoid the tourist crowds. The Mdina is not very big with only several main streets so it is easy to explore randomly.

St. Paul's Cathedral dates from the late 17th and early 18th century. Insidem the floors are covered with tombstones of important Maltese nobles and church officials.

The Piazza San Pawl in front of the church has unfortunately become a parking lot.

Walking further away from the gate are more narrow alleys that were quiet in the early morning.

The Piazza tas-Sur opens up with a wonderful view of the north.