24 Magical Villages So Charming They Belong In A Fairytale
19. Mdina, Malta – The Silent City with Medieval Mystique
Encircled by thick stone walls, Mdina is Malta’s ancient capital and a village where silence adds to the fairytale ambiance. Known as “The Silent City,” it’s a maze of honey-colored alleys, lantern-lit doorways, and baroque architecture. With no cars allowed (save for a few resident ones), it exudes otherworldly peace. Explore its palazzos and cathedrals, then gaze out over the island from its high ramparts.
