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Malta at War Museum, Birgu (Vittoriosa)

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Get to know Malta's brave soldiers and strong defenders during the Blitz at Malta at War Museum. Set in the former home of the Royal Navy (a heavily bombed site during World War II), the museum displays a large, intense collection of artifacts and memorabilia. Watch an introductory wartime documentary before descending into an underground air raid shelter once used by hundreds. Continue on to view nine galleries, each illuminating a different aspect of Malta during the war. Displays include clothing, weapons, documents, instruments, and much more. Using our online itinerary creator, Birgu (Vittoriosa) attractions like Malta at War Museum can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.
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  • By Ana_L_23
    The museum is very comprehensive, and there is an underground part you can explore, with signs and information.  more »
  • By Sethme
    The entire area is amazing and we enjoyed it very much, I highly recommend it to anybody. Malta is full of history and I’m sure you’ll enjoy it.  more »
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  • By Damien Fenech
    Amazing. This is Fort St. Angelo in Birgu and it is full of amazing pieces of history. Make sure to explore the air raid shelter. You won't be disappointed.
  • By Ginger Churchill
    Really great museum, I would recommend anybody visits it - the exhibition has some amazing information and myself as a fan of WW2 could spend hours reading about all of the action Malta saw. I can't stress how interesting the history of the bay is. My girlfriend doesn't enjoy WW2, however she still thought this was interesting and liked the exhibits. Everybody will find something interesting for themselves. The underground tunnels are the cherry on top of the cake, as one can easily transfer himself to the realities of the war. My favourite museum on Malta!
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