- Address: Mellieha, MLH04 Malta
- Date of construction: 18th century
- Architect: Duminik Cakia
- Architectural style: Baroque
The city of Mellieha in Malta is considered to be a wonderful resort, where hotels, bars, restaurants, cafes and cozy beaches with soft sand and gentle banks have concentrated. The main landmark is the Selmun Palace.
Creation of the architect Cakia
The palace was built in the XVIII century by the project of the local architect Duminik Kakia and executed in baroque style with characteristic towers on the corners and roof-terrace. Originally, the building was part of the Slave Redemption Fund, which carried out the release of captive Christians caught under the rule of Muslims. Later it was used by the Knights of the Order of St. John as a country house, in which they rested after hunting.
The Palace in our days
Selmun Palace is located at the entrance to Mellieha near the sea and is surrounded by a wonderful garden. Today, in the building of the Selmun Palace, there is a luxurious hotel , one of the best in Malta , which can not be accessed by anyone, because living in it is expensive, and organized tours for tourists are prohibited. But do not be upset if you did not manage to settle in Selmun Palace. Walking along the walls of the palace and admiring the surroundings are available to all comers.
Recently, the luxurious halls of Selmun Palace are used for solemn ceremonies of marriage, banquets.
How to get there?
The nearest public transport stop is a 10-minute walk from Selmoun Palace. Bus number 37 takes you to the specified place. If you are a hotel guest, then do not worry about the trip, as flights from Selmun Palace meet guests. If necessary, you can order a taxi that will take you to your destination.
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