Can Visit a Church Nearly Every Day of the Year

Malta's Christian past is difficult to overlook on any visit to the island, and there seem to be more churches than people at times. While this isn't precisely accurate, there are 359 chapels, cathedrals, and basilicas scattered around the country.

With 359 churches, cathedrals, and chapels strewn over the Maltese Islands, the Maltese people's devotion is visible wherever you go. These buildings of worship were the absolute core of everyday life in every hamlet, and the genuine timelessness of the nation's faith can be observed in the diverse architectural styles that emerged throughout the years. These magnificent and artistically crafted structures, in addition to offering insight into the Religious side of people's life, are home to a jaw-dropping assortment of frescoes, sculptures, and other creative wonders. Whether you are an art connoisseur or not, the countless Caravaggio paintings that grace the majestic walls of Valletta's Co-cathedral will leave you speechless.

While many of these churches are old, stone, and magnificent, there are also those that are more contemporary and less appealing. The most recognized is arguably the Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Valletta, although there are several more spectacular structures outside of the city as well.