2024

SECOND WORLD WAR SAFE HAVEN

Local history and culture

This is one of Malta's largest underground shelters. It was dug by man to a depth of 12 m and has a total length of 225 m. Artefacts testify to what life was like here during the terrible bombing raids that ravaged the island during the Second World War. Part of the village's population took refuge here.

The tour (always guided) begins with a documentary on Malta during the Second World War, after which visitors are escorted into the shelter.

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