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The 7 Best Sights & Landmarks in Paola, Island of Malta
Discover the best top things to do in Paola, Malta including Hal Saflieni Hypogeum, Mariam Al-Batool Mosque, Paola Parish Church, San Gwann il-Battista, Church of St. Ubaldesca, Gesu' Nazzarenu, Our Lady of Sorrows Chapel.
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1. Hal Saflieni Hypogeum
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4.5 based on 1,256 reviews
The Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum is an underground prehistoric burial site, a complex made up of interconnecting rock-cut chambers set on three distinct levels. Earliest remains at the site date back to about 4000BC, and the complex was used over a span of many centuries, up to c. 2500 BC. The Hypogeum was first opened to the public in 1908. Due to its uniqueness, the site became very popular with visitors. Unfortunately, this had a negative impact on the delicate microclimate of the site. For this reason, a conservation project was conducted that also included the closure of the site for 10 years between 1990 and 2000. As a result of these studies, a new visiting system was established. Nowadays, only 10 visitors an hour are now allowed inside the Hypogeum for a maximum of 8 tours a day. This system is also complemented by an environmental control system which keeps temperature and humidity at required levels. Tickets for the Hypogeum should be purchased well in advance.
Reviewed By JacqJains - Island of Malta, Malta
The immersive audio-visual show is powerfully compelling and sets the scene before being lead down to the incredibly impressive underground burial site. The narration with a hand-held wand is very well done with articulate information and atmospheric sounds. This is the only prehistoric burial site accessible to the public.....mind-blowing! Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum is justifiably inscribed on the World Heritage List and an absolute must if you are an antiquities enthusiast. Book your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.
2. Mariam Al-Batool Mosque
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Swisschocmad
My husband and I managed to find a bus from Valetta, with the help,of someone who was making his way there too, for Friday prayers. It's only a couple of minutes walk from where the bus drops you in Paola. The mosque had prayer and washing facilities for both men and women and it has a lovely warm atmosphere. Added to that was the bonus of the local Arab families bringing along nag homemade food to see form their car boots in the car park. We managed to have a surprise delicious homemade lunch following the afternoon prayer!
3. Paola Parish Church
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4.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By RCZ953 - Paola, Malta
The Paola 'Christ-the-king' church is always mentioned because of its size but it is also a very beautiful church. Built between 1923 and 1961, it is different from the many, much older parish churches in Malta but it has its own particular allure. Certainly worth a visit for tourists visiting the nearby Hypogeum and Tarxien Neolithic Temples.
4. San Gwann il-Battista
5. Church of St. Ubaldesca
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
6. Gesu' Nazzarenu
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
