History of city Valletta in photos A small historical reference Geography: Date of foundation: 28 March 1566 History: Population: 5 719 Sights: Colonnade of the Royal Opera House Palace Square Panorama of the city Strada Reale, 1883 Strada Reale by north street, 1870 Strada Reale (main street) The grand harbour, circa 1870s View of lighthouse, 1870 Countries of World | Cities of Malta

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