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WATCH: Do you remember any of these iconic Maltese shop facades?
Content creator, Daniel Vella sheds light on all things traditional

Lyndsey Grima

Located right in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, Malta is known for having a rich history and unique architecture. Daniel Vella, a Maltese content creator, captures this perfectly while roaming around the streets of Valletta.

In a recent TikTok video, Daniel snapped a few photos of the last remaining traditional store facades with their iconic Maltese bright and colourful shop signs. Putting all these photos into a cute video, one can clearly see traditional pastizzerias, stamp shops, groceries, restaurants, lotto offices, haberdasheries, amongst others.  

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Daniel has brought attention to a significant piece of Malta’s history with the intention of preserving traditional architecture and identity.

Thank you, Daniel for shedding light on Malta’s unique beauty!

12th March 2024


Lyndsey Grima
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Lyndsey Grima
Lyndsey has always been passionate about all things content. She keeps her storytelling skills sharp by exercising physically as she’s a fitness buff and also mentally as she enjoys reading and travelling.

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