The Mellieha World War II Shelters are one of the largest shelter complexes in Malta, dug entirely by hand and reaching the length of over 500 metres.
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- Our Lady of the Grotto Street, Mellieha
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Monday - Saturday:
09:00 - 15:00 - Prices*:
2.40€ - * - opening and closing times as well as entrance prices, are subject to alterations without notice. Visitors are advised to check before visiting.
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The complex includes lengthy corridors with anti blast chambers, private rooms to accommodate entire families, a maternity section and a guarded room reserved to protect national treasures. This served as protection for the local population and refugees from all over the island.
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