Dingli Cliffs
Dingli Cliffs are the highest point on Malta, rising about 250 meters above sea level. They stretch for several kilometers along the southwest coast and are carved from Upper Coralline Limestone, with steep faces that look out over the Mediterranean Sea and the green Maltese countryside.
The area shows traces of Phoenician, Carthaginian, and Roman settlements, with archaeological findings scattered across the region. The village of Ħal Tartarni was once inhabited here but disappeared in the 16th century, while the cliffs later served as natural defense against pirates during the Knights of Saint John period.
The name Dingli may come from Sir Thomas Dingley, an English knight who owned land in this area centuries ago. The village itself preserves traditional Maltese architecture with narrow streets and old stone houses that reflect the rural life of the island.
The cliffs are easy to reach by car or bus, with parking available near St. Mary Magdalene Chapel and bus stops in the area. Visit in spring or autumn when the weather is mild, as summer can be very hot and the site is always windy, so secure your belongings. Wear sturdy shoes for walking along the paths.
The area is home to an ancient Bronze Age village called Il-Wardija ta' San Ġorġ dating back over 4,000 years, with remains of stone storage pits. This archaeological site is less known than the cliffs themselves but accessible to those willing to walk on uneven paths to explore ancient ruins.
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