Culture

Village Feasts “Festas” in Malta

No visit to the Islands between May and September would be complete without seeing a village festa in full swing, a poplular component of Maltese summer nightlife. It’s a chance to catch a slice of island life close up and be part of a tradition that stretches back to the 16th century. You won’t need [...]

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Calendar of Annual Events

?CALENDAR OF ANNUAL EVENTS Malta’s calendar of annual events is a varied and colourful affair. The calendar is heralded in by commemorating the shipwreck on the island of St Paul, one of Malta’s patron saints, on the 10th of February. Folklore, religious, and international competitions lead the way into the Village festa season which reaches [...]

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Classical Music and Theatre in Malta

For those interested in something more sedate, the Malta Cultural Institute hosts concerts, ballets and choir recitals on a regular basis. The baroque 18th century theatre, The Manoel, in aptly named Old Theatre Street, Valletta, makes a wonderful venue for the performing arts. The Manoel Theatre is one of the oldest in Europe (and definitely [...]

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Maltese Culture

Mediterranean culture is dominant in Malta, but nearly 150 years of British rule have left their mark. English is an official language (along with Maltese), and bangers and mash aren’t too hard to find. The Catholic Church is the custodian of national traditions, and its churches are the biggest landmarks in most towns and villages. [...]

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