2. A traditional Maltese “karrozzin” is a horse drawn carriage. They are very popular with tourists and for weddings.

3. Fortifications were built by the Arabs as a means of defence.

4. The coat of arms on the main entrance of the silent city.

5. Statues of Saint Publius, Saint Paul and Saint Agatha, patron saints of Malta and Mdina can be seen on the inside of the main gate.

6. A tower situated at the main entrance, directly in front of the natural history museum.

7. The Natural History Museum was the palace originally built by Grandmaster Manoel de Vilhena in 1693. Before it was converted into a museum this palace was also used as a hospital.

8. This beautiful palace is presently used as a police station. It is situated next to the natural history museum.

10. Saint Paul is the father of the Catholic Church in Malta. After his shipwreck in 60AD he stayed in the area of Mdina before proceeding to Rome where he was executed.

11. Various kingdoms ruled Malta over the ages. The Spanish in particular built many magnificent buildings and churches that can still be admired today.

12. Most of the residences in Mdina are still owned by people of noble title.

13. A palazzo on Saint Paul’s Square, adjacent to Saint Paul’s Cathedral. It is still lived in as can be seen from the rugs airing in the right balcony.

14. Saint Paul’s Cathedral re-built by the architect Lorenzo Gafa after the earthquake of 1693 on the site of Governor Publius’ place. Saint Paul converted him to Christianity, making him the first bishop of Malta.

15. The Cathedral museum is situated at the side of the cathedral while the Archbishop’s palace is at the back.

16. A favourite with local and foreign visitors, Palazzo Falzon. It was in this palazzo, better known as the Norman house that the first Grandmaster of the Order of Saint John, Grandmaster L’Isle Adam was received on arriving in Malta.

17. Breathtaking views from Mdina bastions.

18. A spectacular view of the town of Mosta and it’s imposing church from the bastions of Mdina.

19. Modern apartments in a village closeby. The older buildings and clock tower are reminants of British colonial rule.

20. Some souvenirs of our visit to Mdina.