Church, mosque or temple · UNESCO
St John's Co-Cathedral
Valletta, Malta
A plain stone exterior hides one of the most lavish baroque interiors in Europe.
Palace · Malta · Malta
Grandmaster's Palace
The knights' former palace, now holding state rooms and an armoury.
Paid entry about 75 min
For storytellers
Why Grandmaster's Palace matters
The palace was home to the grandmasters, the leaders of the knights, and today houses government offices. The state rooms with painted friezes and tapestries can be visited, and the armoury holds suits of armour. Check opening times, as parts close for official use.
Talking points
- It was the base of the knights' leaders.
- The armoury displays armour and weapons.
- Painted friezes cover the walls.
Free to read aloud or adapt in your video. Check facts that matter to you against an official source before you publish.
Good to know: Parts of the palace close during official use, so check before you visit.
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