Santa Marija Tal-Virtù Chapel, Religious chapel in Rabat, Malta.
The round limestone chapel stands at the summit of Virtù Hill, featuring a dome crowned with a statue of Jesus the Redeemer.
Built in 1723 over medieval foundations, the chapel contains a crypt with Punic, Phoenician, and Roman graves discovered during excavations.
The chapel honors the Assumption of Mary and maintains regular religious services under the jurisdiction of the Archdiocese of Malta.
The structure requires advance arrangements for visits as it operates under specific hours and occasionally hosts religious ceremonies throughout the year.
The chapel underwent restoration in 1988 after a period of abandonment when individuals used the space for unauthorized gatherings and marked the floors with symbols.
Location: Rabat
Inception: 1731
Made from material: limestone
GPS coordinates: 35.87361,14.40664
Latest update: March 6, 2025 03:25
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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