 Bormla in the hinterland of Dockyard Creek | ||
| Bormla, Cospicua | ||
| Disctrict | Southern Harbor District | |
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| Residents | 5.395 (2014), 5.657 (2005) | |
| height | 40 m | |
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Bormla (Cospicua) is a municipality in Southern Harbor District east of Grand Harbor Malta and belongs to the Three Cities (Cottonera).
background
On the east side of the Grand Harbor, the capital district of Valletta opposite, the cities lie on the rocky headlands Birgu (Vittoriosa) and Senglea (L'Isla), in the hinterland in between, the municipality Bormla (Cospicua) all three to the "Three Cities" or Cottonera have almost grown into one another. The differences between the three cities are of course clear to the residents of the three cities, more clearly than to the traveler who barely notices the transition to the next municipality.
history
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The five hills have been around the two arms of the sea since the megalithic era Dockyard Creek and French Creek settled, craft businesses (shipbuilding, ship repairs) and other trades developed around the arm of the sea.
When the Knights of the Order of St. John arrived in 1530, the place was already settled, the two cities were initially Birgu and Senglea fortified and could with difficulty the attacks of the Turks in the time of the Great victories (Siege of 1565) withstand. From experience during this time of siege it became clear that the Ottoman Army had made use of the strategic advantage of the heights above Bormla in order to protect the cities around the vital area Grand Harbor and that fortifications had to be built against an attacker from the land side to protect the cities.
In 1638 the fortifications were built Santa Margarita Lines started, followed in 1670/80 by the fortifications of the Cottonera Lines. Even if these were never completely completed for lack of money, they made the "Three Cities" practically unassailable - Napoleon as well as Nelson underlined this statement that the city could not be taken without someone to open the gates from within. In 1670 Grand Master Nicola Cotoner gave the city the title of "Città Cottonera" in 1670 and Antonio Zondadari in 1720 the title "Città Cospicua".
Under the British Empire, the city had a great economic boom thanks to shipbuilding and its docking facilities and was also the origin of numerous private (language) schools. This fact was to the detriment of the city when, as an important location for the Royal Navy, it was the target of heavy bombing by the Axis powers. In 1941/43 the city was largely destroyed and the population had to seek shelter in the surrounding villages or air raid shelters. After the war years, a lot of reconstruction work was done.
getting there
By plane
The 1 Malta International Airport located in Luqa about five kilometers south of the city.
By bus
The bus routes X7 operates as an express line from Birgu-Riche above Bormla with a long detour over the Airport to Valetta.
The bus route 2 wrong from Valetta to Bormla / Cospicua into that line 3 wrong from Valetta continue after Birgu and Kalkara.
The bus route 124 runs in a circuit between Marsascala, Senglea / L'Isla and Birgu.
The bus route 213 increased from Mater Dei Hospital via the bus station from Marsa to Senglea and over Bormla continue after Birgu.
On the website of Arriva there is a simple one General plan.
In the street
From the main street 1 change to the main road at the traffic junction in Marsa 8on which it continues after Bormla (Cospicua), Birgu (Vittoriosa) and Kalkara goes.
By boat
A scenic alternative is to cross one of the Dghajsa (gondola-like ferry boats) that run between the Old Costums House in Valetta and the quay at the Maritime Museum in Birgu An alternative is the Valletta Ferry Services ferry, which runs every half hour between Valletta2 Lascaris - 3 L'Isla and 4 Bormla (Cospicua)
Yacht owners can join the Grand Harbor Marina Moor at the Vittoriosa Waterfront in Dockyard Creek.
mobility
Locally one can reach the sights on foot, the bus line 2 drives a circuit in Bormla Cottonera Lines along.
Tourist Attractions
- the 1 / 2 Santa Margarita Lines (based on the projects of Fra Vincenzo Maculano da Firenzuola) with the city gate built in 1740 3 St. Helen's Gate
- further outside the 4 / 5 / 6 Cottonera Lines with the 7 Notre Dame Gate.
- the 8 Fort VerdalaFort Verdala was part of the outer fortifications that Cottonera Lines.
- the 5 Dock No.1 was built by the Royal Navy in 1842/48 and at the end of the 20th century. shut down. According to legend, the foundation stone of the mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, comes from; in any case, dock facilities already existed in the area of Dock 1 in ancient times. The 9 Galley's Store was used in the Middle Ages to house the Johanniter galleys and was converted into a warehouse and sailmaker's workshop under British rule.
- the 10 St. Margerita Windmill, Windmills on the heights of Santa Margerita, were built by the Università, which was responsible for the local administration and monitored grain imports, in 1674 and were in use until the beginning of the 20th century. in operation.
- in the 11 Rock Gate Cemetery the Turkish besiegers of 1565 and other non-Christians were buried outside the city walls.
- the 12 St. John Almoner Church was built on the Ta ’Għuxa hill in 1681/82 according to plans by L.Gafa and replaced an older church from around 1300, which had come to lie outside the city walls after the bastions were built. Inside is a painting by M. Preti.
- the 13 Nativity Chapel is an underground chapel from Byzantine times carved into the rock, which was incorporated into a grand master's palace in the Middle Ages. It was rediscovered while clearing bomb debris after World War II.
- the parish church 14 was built on foundations from the 13th century. in the early 17th century Renewed, in the area of the church also an oratory and a memorial to commemorate the bombing in 1942.
- the 15 St. Theresa’s Church with the adjoining priory was built in the baroque style in 1625/32 and was already used as a language school at the time of the Johanniter rule, open during the times of worship. The St. Teresa quarter with narrow streets and stairs has retained its medieval character.
- the 16 St. Joseph's Chapel with a subsequent conservatory, which was used as an orphanage until the 1990s.
- the monastery 17 St. Margerita’s Monastery was built in 1726 and replaced a chapel, which had to give way to the construction of the Santa Margerita Lines.
- the 18 Saint Paul's Church
- 19 Bir Mula Heritage Museum, 79, Triq Santa Margerita. Tel.: 356 2182 6910, Email: [email protected]. Open: Sat, Sun 10.00-24.00.
activities
- Visiting the fortress lines, all of which are within walking distance.
- Walk along the quayside to the marina on the Vittoriosa Waterfront or left towards Senglea.
- in Easter week are called "Mejda ta 'L-Appostli" Covered communion tables with places for Jesus and the twelve apostles and all the dishes that were served for the Seder meal are displayed
- the processions on Good Friday and on Easter Sundaywhen the statue, which commemorates Jesus' resurrection and triumph over death, is carried through the streets in procession.
- the day of Maria Immaculate as the city's patron saint is celebrated on December 8th
shop
- 1 Gormina Traditional Bakery, Triq Il-Pellegrinaag, Bormla. Tel.: 356 27585786. Bread, sweet pieces and the pizza-like Ftajjar.Open: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. daily.
kitchen
- 1 Socjeta ’regatta Bormla, Triq Santa Tereza. Bar and restaurant.
nightlife
The nightlife plays mostly in St. Julian's from.
accommodation
So far, there are hardly any hotels or accommodation options in the town.
health
- Cospicua Health Center in Bormla, Triq L-Ilyun. Tel.: 356 2167 5492.
- 1 Mater Dei University Hospital at Birkirkara with an emergency center point of contact in medical emergencies.
Practical advice
- Bormla Local Council, 2A, "The Rest", Pjazza Santa Margerita. Tel.: 356 2166 3030, Email: [email protected].
trips
literature
Web links
- Website with an illustrated tour of Bomla
