Casa Rocca Piccola

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Aug 01, 2025 - Aug 02, 2025
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Casa Rocca Piccola, built over 400 years ago, serves as the ancestral home for the noble de Piro family, offering visitors an insight into Maltese aristocracy.

This privately-owned palace was founded in 1560 by Don Pietro La Rocca and features an impressive collection of over 50 rooms, showcasing both ancestral portraits and modern art. The palace includes WWII air-raid shelters carved into the rock, emphasizing Malta's historical significance during the war.

Noteworthy Highlights

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18th Century Golden Sedan Chair: A unique artifact carried by Turkish slaves.

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Historical Tunnels: A network used as bomb shelters housing over 100 individuals during the war.

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La Giara Restaurant: A charming Sicilian restaurant located in the palace's cellars.

Visitors of all ages, particularly families and history enthusiasts, will enjoy the guided tours, providing an immersive experience into Malta's rich cultural heritage.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Casa Rocca Piccola

Original Founder

The palace was founded in 1560 by Don Pietro La Rocca.

Living Museum

It is recognized as Malta's only privately owned palace opened to the public.

Historic Bomb Shelters

The network of tunnels served as shelter for over 100 during WWII.

Location

74 Triq ir- Repubblika

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