Corradino prison, Correctional facility in Paola, Malta.
Corradino prison is a correctional facility in Paola on a hill overlooking Valletta, organized into four separate wings for different prisoner groups. The complex houses male, female, and juvenile detainees in distinct sections managed by over 200 staff members.
The facility was established in 1842 by British colonial authorities following architectural designs based on London's Pentonville Prison, created by W. Lamb Arrowsmith. This foundational design continues to shape the institution's layout today.
The facility's role in society centers on inmate rehabilitation and reintegration efforts that visitors can observe through various support programs and educational activities. These initiatives reflect how the institution functions as more than just a detention space in the community.
Visits to the facility are strictly regulated and require advance authorization from authorities, as security protocols are rigorously enforced throughout the grounds. Travelers should contact officials beforehand to confirm visiting procedures and any special requirements.
In 2011, the facility recorded a notably high percentage of juvenile detainees compared to other European Union prisons at that time. This distinctive pattern highlighted how youth rehabilitation was a particular focus within the institution.
GPS coordinates: 35.87389,14.50611
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41
Malta contains numerous historical sites and natural landscapes away from the main tourist areas. The islands hold prehistoric temple complexes such as Skorba and Ta' Ħaġrat near Mġarr, Roman remains including the Roman Villa at Żejtun and ancient bath sites, and Ghar Dalam, a cave with Ice Age fossil deposits. The geological diversity appears at locations like Il-Maqluba, a natural sinkhole crater, and the Blue Grotto near Żurrieq, while coastal fortifications such as Mistra Battery and the Red Tower document the island's defensive heritage. Religious sites mark the rural areas, including the Chapel of Santa Marija Tal-Virtu in Rabat and the chapels of Qrendi. The Buskett Gardens and San Anton Gardens provide green spaces with historical significance, while Il-Majjistral Nature and History Park protects coastal habitats. Archaeological complexes like Tas-Silġ show layers of Phoenician, Roman and Byzantine settlement. The Victoria Lines near Rabat, an 18th-century defensive wall, and Fort Binġemma demonstrate military architecture from different periods. Gozo adds locations such as Mgarr ix-Xini, a sheltered inlet, and Il-Qolla l-Bajda Battery.
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