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Hear tales of heroic knights, decipher symbols on their tombs and see the world's largest Caravaggio painting in a cathedral like no other.

Highlights

• The cost of the tour includes entry into St John's Co-Cathedral
• Hear the meanings behind the signs and symbols left behind by long-dead knights
• Discover stories about this co-cathedral that the guide books won't tell you

Description

Discover the secrets waiting for you in St John’s Co-Cathedral – all the things the audioguide doesn’t tell you! Built by the Order of St John, this church is one of the top attractions in Europe and has “the most beautiful floor in the world” consisting of more than 400 marble tomb slabs. This tour will reveal fascinating stories of the Order’s Grand Masters and their knights, and teach you the hidden meanings of the symbols left for you to examine on their tombs. You’ll also discover the secrets of two Caravaggio paintings found within the church, hear why the talented but troubled Caravaggio was kicked out of the Order and learn the incredible story of how one of his paintings was recovered by a Maltese priest/detective after it was stolen from the cathedral. Finally, you'll learn the strange reason why this is a “co-cathedral”. All this and more on the Secrets of St John’s Co-Cathedral tour.

Includes

Your guide, Mario, is an ex-BBC journalist who has spent years researching the more unusual side of Maltese history. He uses dusty archives, old newspapers and rare books to bring you stories that will entertain, educate, shock and amaze. Dark Malta Tours offers an unforgettable experience, revealing untold and entertaining stories delivered with passion, humour and clear insight.

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