Strike a pose! 8 public staircases around Malta that offer a picture-perfect backdrop
All these staircases make for great photo ops.
1. St John's Street, Valletta
The capital has one too many beautiful staircases, many of which are steeped in history. This staircase on St John’s Street leading down to the Grand Harbour make for such a pretty picture.
2. Mellieha
This cat and its owner have been immortalised on a set of stairs in Mellieha, and we must say bravo to the artist behind this for setting such a cute and endearing scene.
3. Battery Street, Valletta
Doesn’t this street look frozen in time? With its vintage signs, old balconies and wide steps, Battery Street in Valletta draws plenty of people with a keen eye for a memorable photo.
4. Riviera Bay
The steps of Riviera Bay are beautiful from both ends – from the top, you get a gorgeous view of the bay below, while from the bottom, there’s a cool inspirational quote painted on the stairs that will make you stop still for a few seconds.
5. Birgu
Over in the Three Cities, with their wealth of fascinating history, is this precious staircase on Triq Pacifiku Scicluna in Birgu. Nestled between ancient walls and houses, this easy-to-miss staircase is ready for its close-up.
6. City Gate
The most modern structure from the lot is the entrance to Valletta, also known as City Gate. The two sets of stairs that flank the entrance are particularly beautiful at sundown, when soft sunlight floods the stunning marble.
7. The Garigor
You’ll come across this style of staircase in many old buildings, including museums and private homes. Known as garigor, the spiral staircase was a common design for a secondary set of stairs at the back of the house, and makes for quite an interesting snap.
8. Isla
Isla, another of the Three Cities, is the smallest locality in Malta, but it’s full of architectural wonders that are begging to be discovered, just like this staircase. With views of a parish church and nearby marina, you just might be able to find its exact location – and *click*.