Valletta - The Capital

Malta's capital city, Valletta has beautiful streets with architecture from 16th century Baroque to Modernism. It's considered one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world. We were here twice! From Juan Pablo's house, you could either drive or cross the harbor by boat.

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We opted by boat the first time around.

The Ruiz brothers enjoying the wind tousle their hair.

Oh so blue.

A panoramic view of this historic gem as we approached it.

We strolled by the ruins of the Royal Opera House, which was hit in 1942 during World War II.

We were lucky to be traveling when tourist season was just starting.

Paloma enjoys a quiet city stroll.

One of the most important sites is St. John's Co-Cathedral, which was built in the 1570s.

The interior is quite ornate and dark.

Gold, gold, and more gold trimming.

The floor is covered in tombstones, often with images of skeletons, a symbol of life and its mortality.

I can't get enough of the bold-colored doors and windows outside.

Not really captured in this photo, there were a few hilly streets that was reminiscent of the multi-leveled city of San Francisco.

Catholicism is symbolically everywhere. Images of Mary and Jesus make me feel safe.

Paloma relaxes with a chocolate ice cream al fresco.

She also loved hopping on these bicycles sprinkled around town.

We went to the Barracca Gardens to get a great view of the Grand Harbour.
Here, there's also a saluting battery, which used to protect the city against naval attacks.

This couple enjoys the view while sitting on someone's oversized tomb. Sure, why not.

We got some nice light at the end of the day.

We took in the panorama a little bit more. 

Thanks for visiting!