A photo shared ‘The Embassy Valletta Hotel’ that taken by Frank Lea-Ellis highlights how Malta’s capital city of Valletta looked like over 130 years ago!

Although Valletta has very much changed since then, it is still recognisable, and the photos was clearly taken from some kind of balcony overlooking Republic Street.

Malta’s characteristic and traditional balconies dominated the main street’s architecture, much as they still do nowadays.

People can be observed casually strolling in traditional Victorian clothing as horse drawn carriages pass through the picturesque streets.

Valletta’s third ever city gate can also be seen. It was largely known as the Porta Reale. It was designed by Col. Thompson of the Royal Engineers, consisting of two central arches with two smaller ones.

What do you feel has changed the most about Valletta over the years?

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