Showing posts with label Castles. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Castles. Show all posts

Tuesday, November 14, 2006

The Selmun Palace


The Selmun Palace Coralia was built for the Knights of the order of St.John in 1783. It's Military seige architecture was then transformed into a peaceful haven known as the Grand Hotel Mercure, located in the northern part of the island very close to Mellieha and St.Paul's Bay.

Monday, November 13, 2006

Verdala Palace


Here's the Verdala Palace - Dingli. This palace is situated on a hilltop overlooking Buskett Garden. It was built by Grand Master Verdala in 1588 as a summer residence. Following recent restoration works, this historic building is now being used as a Government Guest Palace.