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Drive to Mosta for your first visit is to St. Mary's Church - a magnificent domed church, known as the Mosta Rotunda built between the 1830's and 1860's. Designed by Maltese architect Giorgio de Vasse, it is said to be the third largest unsupported church dome in Europe - superseded only by St Peter's in Rome and St Sophia in Istanbul.
In World War II, the Church took a direct hit from a German bomb during mass. The bomb pierced the dome, but failed to explode. This event is now legendary. You can see a replica of the 200kilogram bomb in the sacristy.
The next visit is to the silent city of Mdina - the old capital is a typical mediaeval town situated in the center of the island. The "Silent City", as it is also known, commands a magnificent view of the island and although it is fully inhabited, silence reigns supreme. Today, it is mainly off limits to cars and there is a calming atmosphere as you walk along its narrow streets and ways, passing by some of the best Norman and Baroque architecture on the island.
Accompanied by the guide, you will, visit the St. Paul's Cathedral and then to the medieval fortifications for a panoramic view of the island. Lunch will be served at the Bacchus restaurant nestled within the Southern bastion of the City. "The Knights of Malta" show will be your next stop after which a short break for coffee and cakes is included.
Next you will proceed to Rabat to visit St. Paul's Grotto. According to a strong tradition, based on early writings of St. Luke, the Apostle Paul found shelter in this grotto after he was shipwrecked on the island.
The last visit will be to the Handicrafts Village of Ta' Qali; an ideal place to pick up souvenirs.
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