The Famous Valletta Mines Open For Tours
Did you know that there is a whole hidden world to explore under Valletta?
Valletta’s famous underground tunnels have been around for over 500 years and will now be opened to the public.
The mines have played a prominent role in the history of Malta over the years, from the movement of troops to the storage of grain.
The Valletta Underground has played other roles such as that used for water and sewage.
During the British occupation of Malta, mines were further excavated and rooms were added, which allowed it to be used as a shelter during the air raids of World War II.
About 17,000 tons of bombs were recorded to hit Malta during the war, and this network of mines was imperative to act as a shield and disguise for Valletta residents.
The mines have now become a Heritage Malta site known as the Valletta Underground, with National Heritage Minister José Herrera expressing his excitement at the news.
“Valletta, considered a world heritage site, cannot be fully appreciated if one does not also experience what lies beneath it,” he said.
“Thanks to Heritage Malta, the public now has the opportunity to visit the capital city as a whole and appreciate aspects it may not have known about before.”
The Valletta Underground has been preserved and kept stuck in time ready for people to relive its history.
Lovin Malta had the opportunity to enter these tunnels in 2019 and testified to the rich history and beauty that lies beneath the capital of Malta.
From the 7thth November, you will be able to visit the mine yourself and attend a guided tour offered by Heritage Malta, every Wednesday and Sunday at 10am and 11am.
You can find more information, including how to buy tickets here.
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