Palazzo Santa Sofia, Medieval palace in Mdina, Malta
The ground floor of Palazzo Santa Sofia features two main doors flanking the original passageway entrance, with a distinctive two-tiered palline losanghe cornice.
The ground floor construction dates back to 1233, establishing Palazzo Santa Sofia as the oldest surviving building within the ancient city of Mdina.
The palace displays multiple coats of arms on both levels of its facade, representing the historical lineage and importance of the structure in Maltese heritage.
Located on Villegaignon Street across from the cathedral, the palace is managed by Fondazzjoni Patrimonju Malti and available for private event rentals.
The date 1233 remains visible in one of the windows, while the upper floor was added centuries later, completing construction in 1938.
Location: Mdina
Architectural style: medieval architecture
Floors above the ground: 2
GPS coordinates: 35.88644,14.40303
Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:41
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