Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

The basilica features a dominant oval dome reaching 42 meters in height, overlooking both the city skyline and Marsamxett Harbor in Valletta.

Initially built in 1570 as the Church of Annunciation, the structure was transferred to Carmelite order and received its current dedication in the 17th century.

The interior displays a remarkable early 17th-century painting of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and contains red marble columns carved by Joseph Damato.

The basilica stands near St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral and remains an active center for Catholic worship, with regular mass services throughout the week.

The rebuilding process of this neoclassical basilica took 23 years, from 1958 to 1981, following severe damage during World War II.

Location: Valletta

Inception: 1570s

Architects: Girolamo Cassar, Giuseppe Bonavia, Ġużè Damato

Architectural style: Neoclassicism

Part of: Valletta

GPS coordinates: 35.90027,14.51227

Latest update: August 27, 2025 08:49