Grand Master Palace ( Malta)

 

The Grand Master’s Palace has been the administrative centre of Malta for almost three and a half centuries. The original palace, built in 1571, was the seat of the Grand Master of the Knights Hospitalliers of St John and later, during the British colonial period, served as the Governor’s palace. Today it is home to the House of Representatives of Malta and the office of the President of the Republic of Malta.

 On 29th June we visited the place. Being a public holiday initially I was worried most of the places would be closed. Instead Grand Master Palace was open and it was charges for admission was free as it was a public holiday. 

 At the palace you will see the states room, tapestry room, Neptune's Court and the Armoury. 

  The Ambassador’s Hall and main corridors are lined with portraits of European monarchs and Grand Masters of the Order.