"Challenger's Mdina and Rabat Pages" Mdina by challenger

Mdina Travel Guide: 279 reviews and 703 photos

Mdina and Rabat are two towns so close together they may appear as one, yet so distinct in their own atmosphere: Mdina is the old Capital of Malta, full of Arabian influences with a very strong Northern African like charm. Rabat is the poorer part of these twin towns: Whereas nobility resided in Mdina, their poorer cousins lived outside the walls in Rabat. Mdina is a great place to soak up on atmosphere, Rabat on the other hand offers some interesting catacombs and relics.

Mdina served as a fortress against invaders and as such also offers good views over the surrounding countryside.

Last visit to Mdina: Sep 2002
Intro Written Nov 12, 2002
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Door Way Favorites (2)

Ancient door way typical for the area. more travel advice

Streets of Mdina Favorites (2)

If Mdina was any bigger you could easily get lost in its quiet, curvy streets. Too small for cars or any other form of... more travel advice

St Paul’s and St Agatha’s Catacombs Things to Do (1)

Rabat houses a whole complex of ancient catacombs that are not for the claustrophobic or faint of heart, and anyone... more travel advice

Cosy little restaurant Restaurants (1)

This is one of the smallest restaurants you’re likely to find on any of your journeys. It’s really cosy and friendly and... more travel advice

Comments (2)

sourbugger Jul 30, 2006 at 5:49 AM Report Abuse

long time. no see. this page brought back some good memories of an almost long forgotton holiday. cheers
daarth Jan 22, 2003 at 1:18 PM Report Abuse

Didn't know Malta had catacombs