Dragonara Palace, Neoclassical palace in St. Julian's, Malta
Description
Dragonara Palace is a neoclassical residence in St. Julian's featuring a symmetrical layout with colonnades that frame a central courtyard. The rooms display frescoes painted by Vincenzo Maria Cremona throughout the interior.
History
Built in 1870 as a summer residence for banker Emmanuele Scicluna, the structure later served as a hospital during World War I. During World War II, it sheltered over 100 refugees.
Culture
The entrance displays the Latin inscription 'Deus Nobis Haec Otia Fecit', and Egyptian-style caryatids frame the doorway of this heritage structure. These decorative elements show the tastes and interests of the family who built it.
Practical
The palace sits at the tip of St. Julian's peninsula and is easily accessible from the town center. The location offers good orientation thanks to nearby shops and services.
Did you know?
The name comes from a local legend about a dragon said to have lived in caves near the peninsula. Smugglers may have spread this story to keep people away from the area.
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