Palazzo Santa Sofia
Palace in Mdina, Malta / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
This article is about the palace in Mdina, Malta. For the one in Venice, see Ca' d'Oro.
Palazzo Santa Sofia is a palace in Mdina, Malta, located in Villegaignon Street, across the square from the cathedral.[1] Its ground floor was built in 1233, and it is believed to be the oldest surviving building in the city. The upper floor is of a much later construction, being built in the 20th century.
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Palazzo Santa Sofia | |
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General information | |
Status | Intact |
Type | Palace |
Architectural style | Medieval |
Location | Mdina, Malta |
Coordinates | 35°53′11.2″N 14°24′10.9″E |
Current tenants | Fondazzjoni Patrimonju Malti |
Construction started | 1233 |
Renovated | 20th century |
Owner | Private |
Technical details | |
Material | Limestone |
Floor count | 2 |
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