Religious site
Rotunda of Mosta
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The Rotunda of Mosta, officially the Church of the Assumption of Our Lady, dominates the skyline of Mosta. Its colossal dome, inspired by the Pantheon in Rome, spans 37 meters and is a marvel of 19th-century engineering. The interior is light and spacious, with a simple yet elegant design. The church's most famous story is the 1942 miracle when a German bomb pierced the dome during Mass but did not detonate, sparing 300 people. A replica of the bomb is displayed in the sacristy. Visitors can climb to the dome's base for panoramic views.
Don't miss
- The enormous unsupported dome, visible from miles away
- The replica WWII bomb and the story of the miracle
- The panoramic view from the base of the dome
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Rotunda of Mosta
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inWalking Tour through the Medina of Tunis(Pay what you want)5★ · 218 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$2 per personSee dates →
Most bookedMdina and Rabat Walking Tour inc. Catacombs and St. Paul's Grotto4.9★ · 471 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$30 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleMalta Private tour: 5hr Mosta Dome, Mdina, Dingli Cliff's & Blue Grotto4.8★ · 45 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$337 per personSee dates →More attractions in Mellieha