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Inquisitor's Palace

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Jul 05, 2025 - Jul 06, 2025
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History and Mystery at Inquisitor's Palace

Inquisitor's Palace in Valletta, Malta, is a rare survivor of the many inquisition palaces once prevalent across Europe and South America.

Founded in the 1530s, it served as law courts until the 1570s when it became a tribunal for the Inquisition, suppressing heresy for 200 years. Key features include restored rooms, an ethnographic museum, elaborate prisoner carvings, and a historical torture chamber that reveals its dark history.

Key Highlights

  • Prison Cells 🏰
  • Elaborate Carvings ✍️
  • Torture Chamber ⚔️

Visitors can access the palace for a small fee; it attracts tourists, families, and history enthusiasts alike.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Inquisitor's Palace

Historical Significance

The Inquisitor's Palace is one of the few surviving buildings of its kind, showcasing the complexities of judicial history.

Unique Architecture

The palace features a distinct architectural style, reflecting the influence of the Order of St. John.

Torture Chamber

The palace contains a torture chamber, illustrating the harsh methods used during the inquisition.

Location

Triq Il-Palazz Ta' L-Isqof

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