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Lascaris War Rooms

Valletta, Island of Malta, Malta
21800992
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Ranked #2 of 32 attractions in Valletta
Type: Military Museums
Owner description: The Lascaris War Rooms consist of an underground complex of tunnels and chambers that housed the War Headquarters from where the defence of Malta was... more » Owner description: The Lascaris War Rooms consist of an underground complex of tunnels and chambers that housed the War Headquarters from where the defence of Malta was conducted during the Second World War.This secret complex contained operations rooms for each of the fighting services from where not only the air defence of Malta was coordinated, but also some of the greatest battlesfought in the Mediterrean during the war. « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

This is a must if your looking to understand military history.... It is not the often boring museum 'hands off' style. You can get right up close and in one of the most top secret places in WWII.... Restored, of course but to a level that still keeps the poignancy and importance alive. The guides were just brilliant, informative and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

There is so much to contemplated based upon the information presented by the enthusiastic guides. Firstly the effort and desperation of those who dug tunnels, and the population's endurance of the bombing; greater and longer than that experienced by London! With the heavy bombing starting before the Battle of Britain, some of the co-ordination techniques were first implemented here. In... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

We were so glad that we persevered in searching for this exhibit (tucked away & not easy to find) The guide was knowledgeable & enthusiastic and made the visit really interesting. We were completely enthralled at some of the things he told us. It gave us a fuller understanding of how brave the people of Malta really were. Fascinating tour... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Well worth a visit. Totally fascinating. We don't know how lucky we are because of these men and what they did.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

The Lascaris War Rooms are invaluable for their in-depth display of Malta's integral role in the invasion of Italy and the harrowing price it's people played in assisting to ensure an Allied victory. This is one of the few historical sites in Valletta where you have a human guide instead of a brochure or audio guide. His knowledge is encyclopaedic... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Really interesting guided tour and video presentation. Photography encouraged for a change. We went on our last day of a two week holiday in Malta and were very glad we made time for it.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

With being a military advisor to an heritage centre in the north of Scotland, plus a disabled war veteran as well as an OAP I was unable to go to visit, so at Christmas my partner gave me the best present I could ever have wished for, and this was to visit one of the many places that I have... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

Finally found the war rooms - there seem to be signs all over Valletta for this attraction but remains well hidden. The tour was very interesting and boy is the guide an enthusiast about the history. About 45 minutes standing listening to him. (Also a short film at the beginning)

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

These rooms are 400feet underground, I liked the fact of finding out about Malta during the war, disliked all the steps one had to take to get down there also the hefty admission charge.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

Hidden under the bastions of Valetta it takes some effort to find but that only adds to the adventure. This is a place to get a real taste of life living and co-ordinating WWII in the Med. With wonderfully knowledgable guides to show you around, this is an excellent way to spend an hour.

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