Verdala Palace
Verdala Palace is a palace in the Buskett Gardens, limits of Siġġiewi, Malta. It was built in 1586 during the reign of Hugues Loubenx de Verdalle, and it now serves as the official summer residence of the President of Malta. The palace became one of Britain's royal residences with various governors representing the monarchy and the queen, and with the royal family itself. Together with the San Anton Palace, as an official royal residence, especially as a summer residence, it was often used by British sovereigns and the royal family during their stay in Malta
| Verdala Palace | |
|---|---|
Il-Palazz Verdala | |
View of Verdala Palace | |
Verdala Palace Location within Malta | |
| Alternative names | Verdala Castle |
| General information | |
| Status | Intact |
| Type | Palace |
| Architectural style | Renaissance |
| Location | Buskett Gardens, Siġġiewi, Malta |
| Coordinates | 35°51′41.4″N 14°24′2.3″E |
| Current tenants | President of Malta |
| Named for | Hugues Loubenx de Verdalle |
| Construction started | after 1581 |
| Completed | 1586 |
| Renovated | 17th century and 1720s |
| Owner | Government of Malta |
| Technical details | |
| Material | Limestone |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Girolamo Cassar |
| Website | |
| Official website | |
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