Every June, Maltese families gather in Buskett for rabbit, horse races, music and one of the island’s oldest celebrations. The traditions feel timeless, yet L-Imnarja has not always looked—or even taken place—quite as it does today. Its history tells a far more surprising story than the modern feast suggests.
Is Rabat just a suburb of Mdina, or a town with its own story? Located directly next to Malta’s former capital, Rabat is often visited as an afterthought, yet its history runs deeper and further back in time. Beneath its streets lie early Christian catacombs that once formed the spiritual centre of ancient Melite. Above them stand churches, monasteries, and traces of Roman domestic life. Unlike Mdina’s enclosed stillness, Rabat remains a living town shaped by everyday rhythms. This article explores Rabat as a place of historical continuity rather than a checklist of sights. It is written for readers who want context, layers, and a slower understanding of Malta’s past.
What should a long-let tenancy agreement in Malta include to protect you from future problems? This guide explains how long-let rentals work under the PRL Act, when registration with the Housing Authority is mandatory, and how to spot invalid or risky clauses. You’ll learn how notice periods operate, when landlords may increase the rent, and why the correct ARMS residential tariff matters. The article also covers what can legally be deducted from your deposit and how to document the condition of the property when moving out. The aim is to give you a clear, practical overview of what to check before signing a long-let rental agreement.