Power, Prayer, and Punishment: Explore the Inquisitor’s Palace with Calypso Radio
Date & Time
Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am
UTC+02:00Location
Victory Square | Cospicua, MA
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Join Calypso Radio for a tour that goes far beyond the ordinary. We are heading to Birgu to unlock the heavy doors of the Inquisitor’s Palace.For hundreds of years, the Inquisitors lived here as the direct representatives of the Pope, holding authority that rivalled even the Grand Masters of the Knights of St. John.
Uncover the Secrets of the Palace:
The Path to the Vatican: Walk the same halls where future pontiffs once paced! Did you know that this palace was a stepping stone to the highest office in the Catholic Church? Two of the Inquisitors who ruled here later became Popes.
The Darker Side of History: Descend into the chilling reality of the tribunal. Our guides will take you through the torture chamber and the prison complex, where the accused awaited their fate. It is a stark reminder of a time when confession was extracted at any cost.
Scars of Survival: Before you even enter, look closely at the palace façade. You will see the jagged marks of shrapnel from World War II aerial bombings. This building has survived not just political intrigue but the devastation of modern warfare.
A Unique Atmosphere: From the piano nobile where the Inquisitor lived in luxury, to the damp cells carved with graffiti by prisoners centuries ago, you will experience the stark contrast between the rulers and the condemned.
Come face-to-face with Malta’s most turbulent history. Join the Calypso Radio team for this exclusive journey into the shadows of Birgu.
Event Location
Victory Square, Victory Square Cafe, Misraħ ir-Rebħa, Birgu, BRG, Malta, Cospicua
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Event Host
Calypso Radio 101.8
