More on Maltese buildings

A section of a typical rubble wall

More architecture from Malta, especially in the way that builders try to incorporate the old with the new. Rubble walls are very popular in Maltese countryside. There is presently a great demand of stones from the countryside which are being used to add that special touch to facades of homes. Older buildings are still very prominent and add a touch of class to any street or neighborhood.

A modern house with rubble stones incorporated in the facade.

Unfortunately our friends in Central Italy have been hit by some severe earthquakes, and some historic churches were destroyed. We will talk about them tomorrow, and in the meantime we pray that the rumble and shaking will hopefully stop.

Elaborate architecture in the facade of Balluta Building in St. Julian's

A typical facade of a Maltese house in Sliema.