We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.
All 2 Mosta Attractions »

Rotunda (Church of St. Mary)

Rotunda Sq, Mosta, Island of Malta, Malta
21 433826
Ranked #1 of 2 attractions in Mosta
4.5 of 5 stars 31 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites, Historic Sites
Traveller Description: Even if not religious, this is definitely worth a visit.  The interior of the church is  impressive.  It is dedicated to the Assumption of St Mary... more »
Update attraction details
Write a Review

31 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    18
    10
    3
    0
    0
Date Rating
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

We visited this church and it was amazing we lit a candle for 1.00€ when we went in , there was a bomb that went through the church many years ago and there was 300 people in there and no one was hurt , the bomb never went off which is why they say it was a miracle , you... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Petah Tiqwa, Israel
Top Contributor
201 reviews 201 reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
55 helpful votes 55 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

This is the 2nd (or 3rd or 4th) biggest dome in Europe. The atmosphere inside the dome is incredible, with great accoustics and size you would not expect to see outside Rome. Simply a must visit. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Mosta, Malta
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

I was born in Gozo..but after I married I came to live in Mosta. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by Minniesultan for Mosta
York, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

We visited Mosta because we had seen the church from the plane as we flew in - it was all lit up for Good Friday and looked amazing. The church itself is very beautiful, with some fine nineteenth-century baroque architecture. The dome is really amazing, and the fascinating story of the unexposed bomb brought a new element to it (... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Malta
Top Contributor
51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

Went to watch the Easter procession there last week. Lovely church, interesting story. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Qawra, Malta
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

The Wow factor of the archticture and paintings are enough. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Malta
Top Contributor
78 reviews 78 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
184 helpful votes 184 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

A big church, one of the many around the country. Not the prettiest for sure, but, nonetheless still worth a visit. The most important aspect about this church is it's history in conjunction with world war 2 More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Valletta054 for Mosta
Wales
Senior Contributor
48 reviews 48 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

Does not look much from the outside - go inside and be awestruck with the inside. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Island of Malta, Malta
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012

With it s unique history , and one of the largest Dome's in Europe , it s a must to see when you re in Malta More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Ingleton, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2012

The Church of Santa Maria Assunta is designed to impress from your first sighting of the building, to the moment you enter and see the amazing 45 metre central dome towering above. It is a large building which you may wander around freely admiring the fine religious artwork. Do not miss the story of the German bomb which crashed through... More

Was this review helpful? Yes

Travellers who viewed Rotunda (Church of St. Mary) also viewed

Casa Rocca Piccola
5 of 5 stars 99 Reviews
Valletta, Island of Malta
Mdina Old City
4.5 of 5 stars 148 Reviews
Mdina, Island of Malta
 
St. John\
4.5 of 5 stars 247 Reviews
Valletta, Island of Malta
Hal Saflieni Hypogeum
4.5 of 5 stars 101 Reviews
Paola, Island of Malta
 

Been to Rotunda (Church of St. Mary)? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Rotunda (Church of St. Mary), register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing
See all sites
Cruise Critic

The ultimate cruise resource: cruise reviews, deals, news and advice.

SeatGuru

The world's most comprehensive source for airline seats, airline info, & in-flight amenities.

Family Vacation Critic

The best family holidays start here.

Get the #1 travel app FREE>>
Take TripAdvisor with you

Find 50 million reviews & opinions of hotels, things to do, restaurants and more

GET IT
Named "#1 Travel App" by Frommer's