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Mdina in the middle of the island of Malta was long the capital of the island until the Knights of St John of Jerusalem established Valletta as its headquarters on the island. However, the rules... more

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    4 Stars The ancient heart of Christianity in Malta Review with images 05/07/2007
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    Advantages Advantages Beautiful architecture, interesting paintings, fascinating tombs

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    Mdina in the middle of the island of Malta was long the capital of the island until the Knights of St John of Jerusalem established Valletta as its headquarters on the island. However, the rules of the catholic church said there could only be one cathedral on the island, a cathedral being distinguished by having a throne (Latin ‘cathedra’), and Mdina already had the cathedral. The result is that in Valletta there is a co-cathedral, ie a cathedral alongside that in Mdina, with Valletta’s throne being that of the Grand Master of the Knights of St John, the throne in Mdina being at the time for ... more

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