Dark History

priest in a crowd of people

The Day Malta’s Priests Started a Rebellion

Culture and History

Life was hard for many Maltese people in 1775, especially if you weren’t a rich and noble knight.

man and women in 1700's

The Grand Masters And Their Sex Lives

Culture and History

The Knights of Malta swore vows of poverty, chastity and obedience – but these rules might not quite mean what you’d expect of them.

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Seeking Sanctuary: Criminal Refuge In Malta In The 17th Century

Culture and History

Delve into Malta's fascinating history of sanctuary-seeking criminals who took refuge in churches during the 17th and 18th centuries, with ecclesiastical immunity finally abolished in 1828 by British authorities.

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