The Carmelite Church and Priory Museum is the only monastery in Malta that has opened its doors to welcome regular visitors. This initiative is the end product of intensive restoration that have brought this seventeenth century priory back to its former glory. Constructed around an idyllic courtyard, the highlight of the place is undoubtedly the Refectory where the friars would congregate for communal meals. Other areas provide further insight into the everyday communal life of the Carmelite friars.
The museum is connected to the Carmelite Church from behind the altar. Among the most notable paintings in the church are the two works in the large main chapels executed by Michele Bellanti in the mid-nineteenth century and also six works by Giuseppe Calì, with the Virgin of Sorrows being a very poignant and devotional work.
See also:
- History and Culture in Malta
- Things to Do in Mdina
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Spend Good Friday at the heart of Malta's paegant in the city of Zejtun, observing the somber procession of life-size statues and Old Testament costumes as they float. Be comfortable with an individual seat for the paegant and full transportation.
Visit Tarxien Temples, discover the city of Zejtun, explore the Marsaxlokk market, stop in Kalanka Bay for a swim, and admire Blue Grotto.
Board a modern sailing catamaran and set off on a lively boat tour along the coast. Go swimming in crystal clear waters, listen to music, and enjoy an optional BBQ.
Experience the beauty of Mdina and Malta's top attractions, including St. Cataldus Catacombs, Dingli Cliffs, Mosta Church, San Anton Gardens, and the Ta' Qali Craft Village, on a guided day tour.
Discover Malta's 2 smaller islands, Gozo and Comino, on a combination boat and bus tour. Set off on a cruise from Sliema, explore Gozo by bus, and then sail to Comino to visit the Blue Lagoon.
Explore the picturesque fishing village of Marsaxlokk and the traditional village of Qrendi on a guided day trip from Valletta. Travel by bus to the Zurrieq Valley to visit the Blue Grotto.
Unveil Gozo's treasures with a 1-day hop-on-hop-off city sightseeing bus pass. Delight in 15 stops, 2.5-hour routes from Mgarr Harbor, embracing the island's beauty.
Discover the fortified cities of Cospicua, Vittoriosa, and Senglea on this bus trip. Drive past Cospicua and Senglea, visit Vittoriosa, and taste some fine local wine at Razzett l-Antik.
Discover Gozo's splendid highlights, such as Dwejra, the Citadel of Rabat, the ancient Ggantija Temples, and even a bit of legend: Odysseus is said to have been stranded there for 7 years.
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