The Wignacourt Museum
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The Wignacourt Museum is a museum in Rabat, Malta. It is housed in an 18th-century Baroque building which housed the Chaplains of the Order of St. John, and it is named after Grand Master Alof de Wignacourt, who ruled over the Maltese Islands between 1601 and 1622.
attractions: Mdina Gate, St Paul’s Catacombs, St Paul's Cathedral, Roman Villa, Basilica Kolleġġjata u Proto-Parroċċa ta' San Pawl, Palazzo Falson, The Knights Of Malta, The Mdina Dungeons Museum, The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux, Mdina Cathedral Museum, restaurants: Fontanella Tea Garden, Coogi's Restaurant & Tea Garden, Coogi's Pizzeria & Bistrot @ Palazzo Costanzo, Root 81, The Fork and Cork Restaurant, Grotto Tavern, The Medina Restaurant, STEP 15, The de Mondion Restaurant, The Golden Fork
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The Wignacourt Museum is a museum in Rabat, Malta. It is housed in an 18th-century Baroque building which housed the Chaplains of the Order of St. John, and it is named after Grand Master Alof de Wignacourt, who ruled over the Maltese Islands between 1601 and 1622.
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¿Sabías que Malta fue de los países más bombardeados durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial? 💣 Por eso las catacumbas se convirtieron en refugio de los malteses. 💶Los precios para visitar las atracciones son: Domus Romana: 6 euros adulto / 4,50 euros estudiante Catacumbas de San Pablo: 6 euros adulto / 4,50 euros estudiante Hay entradas combinadas que incluyen ambos lugares que podés conseguir en los sitios. Museo Wignacourt, Gruta de San Pablo e Iglesia: 6 euros adulto / 4,50 euros estudiante. ¿Conocías Rabat? - - - - #rabatmalta🇲🇹 #maltalove #maltaenespañol #vivirenmalta #maltaheritage #visitmalta #lovinmalta
caminitoamorcaminitoamor
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The Wignacourt museum allows different levels, gathering several layers of history. Check their schedules, been different ever since covid-19 pandemic, I went on a Tuesday, purchasing the ticket (6€) at the museum. St Paul’s Grotto: The story says that after the wrack at Malta shores, on the travel between Crete to Rome, St Paul's found the Christian Community around a cave. Nowadays known by the Grotto, is the cradle of Christianity in Malta, founded by St Paul the Apostle, in A.D. 60. At the catacombs: You’ll find a labyrinth of 3rd-century A.D. subterranean tombs. These hypogea forms part of the Roman necropolis, as part of the legacy one will see some agape. The gallery: Several antics and paintings works by Mattia Preti, Antoine Favray, Francesco Zahra and other Maltese as well as European Artists. Also comprises a collection of 17th- 19th century Spanish, Italian and Maltese silver. The Sanctuary and St Paul’s church: The Sanctuary of St Publius was added on to the Church of St Paul, in 1617. As a residence: Belonged to the Chaplains of the Knights of St. John. Originally inaugurated by Grand Master Alof de Wignacourt from the XVII century. World War II shelters.
Jơana dơѕ SanтơѕJơana dơѕ Sanтơѕ
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I am so grateful and happy to have visited this fantastic museum . You get so see St Paul's Grotto here one of the most venerated places on Malta and you will be following in the footsteps of many of the good and the great . St Paul stayed here after being shipwrecked on the island whilst on route to his trial in front of Julius Caesar in 60 A.D. I thought the cave was really well presented it sent chills down my spine . I got to light a candle and say a prayer for my Mother which pleased me greatly . I believe the museum itself is named after Grandmaster Alof De Wignacourt and the statue of St Paul was donated by Grandmaster Pinto in 1748 . A number of Pope's have trodden these floors including Pope John Paul 11 and also Admiral Lord Nelson amongst many others I am sure . I can now be added to this list haha . Above the grotto is the Collegiate Church of St Paul which is beautiful and peaceful . You also get to see the WW11 shelters and art gallery . The staff were very welcoming and nice and quite rightly very proud of this magnificent place and I thank them very much for making my visit so enjoyable . Rabat itself is a very impressive town .
Heimdal OdinsonHeimdal Odinson
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Ok- Absolutely great for people being interested in history as its collections mainly presents art (contains paintings by Mattia Preti, Antoine de Favray and Francesco Zahra,...) and religious artifacts beside the world war shelters. The collections also include several sculptures, an altar, antique silverware, and relics. So all in all you get to see lots! But in my opinion the war shelters should be signposted in a better way as it's confusing and hard to find a way out (can get creepy). Also, many artifacts were just placed- actually squeezed in a room so it's unfortunately being passed often. The Audio-Guide works perfectly, the toilets are tiny but at least available, the location is directly at the market (easy to find). Prizes: adults 5€ and children, students and older people 3.50€ (very fair) All in all it's worth a visit :)
Charlotte LangCharlotte Lang
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Absolutely fantastic. This is a must if you are visiting Malta. The catacombs of St Peter's is a thoughtful, beautiful place. It's also very special to the Maltese so dress respectably. See pictures. The WW2 shelters are cut in to the rock by hand and are truly amazing. You can easily spend an hour just exploring the tunnels. Keep following the tunnels to the end and find the chambers of the knights. This is a fascinating underworld of the past and a true credit to the wartime Maltese people. See pictures. The museum it's self is a fantastic glance to the past. Many paintings and artwork dedicated to the saints and knights of Malta. When you have seen all this try out the cafe/restaurant on site. Sit in the courtyard and just enjoy.
Stu ElliottStu Elliott
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Several museums in one. €6 gives you access to the Wignacourt art and religious relics museum, the catacombs, St Paul's Grotto, and WWII bunker. There was an audio guide available that we didn't use, and I slightly regret this, as there was little information around. For anyone with mobility issues, there are many stairs in the catacombs. The world war 2 bunker was big, with dozens of rooms. The catacombs are a large labyrinth with agape table and other impressive features carved into the rock. The museum was ok, and a nice add on, though I have little interest in religious art. Definitely worth visiting.
Tom HolderTom Holder
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