St Roque's Church, Mdina, Baroque church in Mdina, Malta.
Description
St Roque's Church is a baroque house of worship in the old city with stone walls, arched windows, and a symmetrical front. The interior features high ceilings and multiple altars that display religious artwork and sacred objects collected over centuries.
History
A chapel dedicated to the Holy Cross stood on this site from 1398. The current building was constructed in 1728 by architect Francois Mondion, reflecting the baroque style popular in that era.
Culture
The church reflects devotion to two saints that remains visible in how locals use the space for prayer and ceremony. Visitors can observe religious practices and decorations that show the ongoing importance of these spiritual connections.
Practical
The church sits near the main entrance of Mdina on Triq Villegaigon street and is easy to reach on foot. Visitors should note that as a protected Grade 1 monument, access times may sometimes be limited.
Did you know?
The building honors two patron saints in an unusual combination: Saint Roch, protector against disease, and Mary as a source of light. This dual dedication appears in artistic details that visitors can spot throughout the interior.
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