Valletta
by Maria Coulson
Title
Valletta
Artist
Maria Coulson
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Description
View of Valletta, Malta from the port. The houses with the colorful windows and doors stand out in front of the ancient wall that is guarding the city behind.Valletta is the capital of Malta. It is located in the central-eastern portion of the island of Malta. The historical city has a population of 6,966. Valletta is the second southernmost capital of the EU member states after Nicosia.
Valletta contains buildings from the 16th century onwards, built during the rule of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem, also known as Knights Hospitaller. The city is essentially Baroque in character, with elements of Mannerist, Neo-Classical and Modern architecture in selected areas, though World War II left major scars on the city. The City of Valletta was officially recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1980.
Proceeds from the sale of this photograph goes to help orphaned and abandoned children in Colombia South America.
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May 18th, 2014
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Sharon Nelson-Bianco
Hi Maria, wonderful panorama of Valletta - the houses are so spectacular. Great work. Best regards, Sharon LF
Glenn McCarthy Art and Photography
Great photograph Maria. The colors, difference in architecture, natural textures, and obvious historical significance are an overpowering and thought provoking package. Beautiful! (FB)
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