- Address: South St, Valletta
- Date of construction: 1566
- Founder: Jean de la Vallette
- Working hours: daily from 8:00 to 20:00
Valletta - the most beautiful city, founded in the Middle Ages. Today Valletta is the capital of the island state of Malta , its political and economic center. The name of the city was the surname of the knight who founded him.
The history of the city is rich and unique. In the Middle Ages Valletta was often the subject of strife and war, which is why the architecture of the city is so rich in buildings built for its defense and protection, as well as churches and cathedrals, because faith at all times helped people survive misfortunes and adversities.
The main shrine of the city
The most visited by the tourists is the Church of the Blessed Virgin of Victories in Valletta. There are a number of reasons for this:
- the church building is the first building in the city;
- The place where the church is laid is the same place where Valletta was founded;
- the church for a long time was the arrival of knights - Hospitallers.
The architecture of the building is impressive, so you should definitely visit here.
The construction of the church was completed in 1566 and marked the victory of the Hospitallers over the Ottoman invaders. The Church of the Blessed Virgin of Victories in Valletta was built according to the project of the founder of the city of the Hospitallers. During its existence the cathedral changed many times: it increased, was decorated and ennobled. For a long time the church was restored, but for today it is open, and everyone can visit it.
External and internal decoration of the church
The Church of the Blessed Virgin of Victories in Valletta is built of white stone. The shape resembles a regular rectangle, rather narrow and long. On all sides, except for the central facade, small buildings are attached. The cathedral can be divided into two tiers, separated from each other by a painted cornice. To the left and to the right of the entrance half-columns are flashed, above them hangs a medallion-shaped ledge adorned with the image of a clergyman, above there is a beautiful superstructure. The roof is decorated with a small bell tower.
Entering inside, you can see a long narrow room with a semicircular vault and attach, ending in the altar. Baroque traditions were skillfully used by the authors in the internal design of the church. Impress the greatness of the various columns, surprises carving on the stone, all sorts of objects made of wood.
Distinctive features of the cathedral
The main decorations of the cathedral are ancient paintings and murals. Of course, there are also widespread canvases and images of saints on the tree, but the most significant and interesting are the murals on the walls and ceiling of the church, left by famous artists.
A feature of the Church of the Blessed Virgin of Victories in Valletta is the presence of secondary altars along with the main one. Each altar is festively decorated, sculptures of saints and priests are located nearby.
Information for tourists
The church can be visited daily, from 8.00 to 20.00. It should be noted that excursions during the service are prohibited, therefore it is necessary to inquire in advance about the hours of the morning and evening services.
To get to the cathedral, you can use the services of city buses 122, 123, 130, 133 - stop Kastilja.
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