Villa Alhambra, Moorish Revival residence in Sliema, Malta.
Villa Alhambra displays intricate stone carvings across its two-story structure, featuring wooden galleries and Persian blinds that define its Middle Eastern design elements.
The residence was designed by Emmanuele Luigi Galizia, Malta's Chief Architect under British rule, who constructed it as part of a terrace of Moorish houses in Rudolph Street.
The building represents a period when Islamic architectural elements gained popularity in European construction, particularly during the mid-19th century colonial expansion.
The structure maintains its original appearance from the 1950s and stands as part of a collection of buildings that demonstrate Sliema's architectural evolution.
Villa Alhambra served as the summer residence of architect Galizia himself, while its neighboring house, Alcazar, was intended for Maltese artist Giuseppe Cali.
Location: Sliema
Architectural style: Moorish Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 35.91000,14.49558
Latest update: March 18, 2025 10:28
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