This Father’s Day, we’re celebrating dads a little differently – not with flashy gifts or fancy meals, but by looking at them the way we know best - through the lens of our beautiful island.
We asked the question: ‘If your dad were a Maltese landmark, which one would he be – and why?’
Here’s what we came up with. Feel free to tag a dad who fits one of these descriptions!
Fort St Elmo – The protector
Just like Fort St Elmo, some dads are quiet warriors. They don’t say much, but you always know they’re there when it counts.
The Maltese pjazza – The dad who’s always ready with a cuppa
Nothing beats having a tea or coffee while watching life go by in a pjazza... and nothing beats the dad who greets you at the door with a warm (or cool) drink.
St John’s Co-Cathedral – Understated on the outside, yet stunning within
A reminder that quiet dads often hold the deepest layers — just waiting for you to finally appreciate them.
The Old Railway Station in Birkirkara – A bit rusty but still iconic
A tribute to the nostalgic, dad-joke-loving, old-school fathers who live in the past – and we wouldn’t have it any other way!
The Gozo Channel Ferry – The one who always takes you where you need to go
Paying tribute to the dad-taxi!
The gun salute at the Upper Barrakka Gardens – The loud one
Here’s to the dad that you hear approaching from a mile away – or whose explosive sneezes cause the family dog to jump daily!
Dingli Cliffs – Strong, steady & a little bit quiet
He might not say much, but you feel calm when he’s around.
If YOUR dad were a Maltese landmark, which one would he be – and why?