Tal-Mas
Tal-Mas is a locality in Rabat, Malta Island. Tal-Mas is situated nearby to the village Baħrija, as well as near the locality Mġarr.| Tap on a place to explore it |
Places of Interest
Highlights include Ta’ Ħaġrat Temples and Fort Binġemma.
Ta’ Ħaġrat Temples
Archaeological site
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The Ta' Ħaġrat temples in Mġarr, Malta are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, along with several other Megalithic temples. They are amongst the world's oldest religious sites. Ta’ Ħaġrat Temples is situated 4 km northeast of Tal-Mas.
Fort Binġemma
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Fort Binġemma is a polygonal fort in the limits of Rabat, Malta. It was built between 1875 and 1878 by the British as part of the Victoria Lines. The fort was illegally occupied by the Buttigieg family from 2009 till 2025, who occasionally used it as a restaurant. Fort Binġemma is situated 2½ km east of Tal-Mas.
Zammitello Palace
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The Zamittello Palace, also known as Castello Zamittello or Zamittello Tower, is a 19th-century Victorian countryside folly on the outskirts of Mġarr. It is open to public for events like weddings and celebrations. It was built by Sir Giuseppe Nicola Zamitt. Zammitello Palace is situated 3½ km northeast of Tal-Mas.
Places in the Area
Nearby places include Baħrija and Ras id-Dawwara.
Baħrija
Village
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Baħrija is a village in Rabat, Malta, with a low population density. The name Baħrija means moth in Maltese. It is also known in English as Baħria, of which the Counts Moscati had owned the fiefdom that was granted by the Grand Master of Malta.
Ras id-Dawwara
Locality
Ras id-Dawwara is a geographical area in Rabat, Malta, on the line of picturesque cliffs including Dingli Cliffs. On site are several caves at sea level. Ras id-Dawwara is situated 3½ km southeast of Tal-Mas.
Mġarr
Village
Mġarr, formerly known as Mgiarro, is a village in the Northern Region of Malta. Mġarr is a rural village, isolated from nearby towns and cities. Mġarr lies west of Mosta and is surrounded by farmland and vineyards. Mġarr is situated 4 km northeast of Tal-Mas.
Tal-Mas
- Type: Locality
- Location: Rabat, Malta Island, Malta, Europe
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Latitude
35.89639° or 35° 53′ 47″ northLongitude
14.33528° or 14° 20′ 7″ eastElevation
157 metres (515 feet)Open location code
8F7PV8WP+H4GeoNames ID
2564673
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