Nibbia Chapel, Baroque chapel ruins in Valletta, Malta
Description
Nibbia Chapel was an octagonal structure with a dome and two altars, designed by architect Romano Carapecchia in 1731. Today the site near Evans Building displays only foundation remains and Fra Nibbia's sarcophagus protected behind gates.
History
Fra Giorgio Nibbia, an Italian knight of the Order of St John, financed the original chapel construction in 1612 for services honoring cemetery souls. It later became known as the Chapel of Bones after Reverend Sacco arranged human remains into decorative patterns.
Culture
The chapel was named after Fra Nibbia and served the Order of St John as a place of spiritual devotion. Visitors can sense the connection to the city's religious history through the remaining foundations.
Practical
The site is easy to find near Evans Building and offers a quick visit for those interested in Valletta's history. The sarcophagus is visible from outside, but the underground area is not open to the public.
Did you know?
A large underground crypt is believed to lie beneath the modern parking lot nearby, potentially holding historical artifacts and remains. This hidden network was documented in local records but remains unexplored and inaccessible.
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