Church of St Catherine of Italy, Valletta, Baroque church in Victory Square, Valletta, Malta.
The Church of St Catherine of Italy features an octagonal structure with painted stucco decorations and ornamental patterns in grey and gold throughout its interior.
Architect Girolamo Cassar designed this church in 1576 for the Italian knights of St John, placing it next to the Auberge d'Italie.
The church functions as the primary religious center for the Italian community in Malta, maintaining regular Mass services in the Italian language.
Visitors can attend Sunday Mass at 10:00 AM and explore the church's architectural elements during standard opening hours throughout the week.
Artist Mattia Preti contributed his masterwork to the church, creating and donating the titular painting depicting the martyrdom of St Catherine of Alexandria.
Location: Valletta
Inception: 1576
Architects: Girolamo Cassar
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Address: Misrah il-Vittorja
Website: https://chiesasantacaterinaditalia.org
GPS coordinates: 35.89620,14.51100
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:30
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