Birgu

The door to the Palazzo Bettina hotel

A Luxury Vittoriosa Hotel With a Ghost Story to Tell

A luxury hotel in Birgu (Vittoriosa) is also the site of a legend about a boy who once disappeared there at the hands of his cruel relatives. Mario explains the story to the Times of Malta. … Read More

A drawing of someone being tortured with the strappado

Types of Torture in Malta

Torture was once used often in Malta, so here’s a few of the most painful methods employed by the island’s rulers … Read More

The Inquisitor's Palace

Top 5 Dark History Locations in Malta

These are the best locations in Malta if you’re looking to experience some of the island’s dark history. … Read More