By Albert Fenech The passage of time has not made nicknames any the less popular…
Tag: MalteseHistory
New Buildings May Be Resisted Before Becoming Iconic
It’s not often that a construction site and a prospective new building evokes so much passion,…
Is It True that the French Have Never Forgiven Malta? And to Whom Does the Sword Belong?
The French have never quite forgiven Maltese “indiscretion” even though over 220 years have passed but…
Two Unexpected Surprises as our Lives Continue to Change
A burning question – are we Maltese, alcoholics? Modern living means modern changing. When I was…
My Treasure Island – a Rock of Fascination Throughout my Life
Episodes, loves and dreams By Albert Fenech As I straggle (I purposely used “straggle” and not…
The magical process of Fungus Rock and there are other natural attractions around Malta and Gozo
By ALBERT FENECH Dwejra is a fascinating little spot in the north west of Gozo, just…
Malta in the Merry Month of May
My favourite month of the year! By Albert Fenech Yes, of course, I was born in…
Good Friday – Memories of a Religious Upbringing
My Godfather – known in Maltese as parrinu – was my late uncle Edwin Bowman married…
The History, Magic and Mysticism of the Tiny Island of Filfla
The Maltese archipelago consists of six separate islands, Malta the main island and vastly over-populated, Gozo…
Salina – When a Keg of Salt was Worth More than its Weight in Gold
Malta boasts a lengthy history in saline culture. Let’s take a look… The salt of the…