The striking modern building that awaits you as you step through the City Gate of Valletta, is the work of Renzo Piano. It has received very mixed opinions on both its design and its suitability for a UNESCO heritage site. Its knobbly walls have been likened to both a dovecote and a cheese grater. Piano’s inspiration was, in fact, a honeycomb, referencing the origins of the name Malta, which comes from melite, meaning honey.
Copyright Debbie Smyth, 30 August 2019
Posted as part of Weekend B&W
I’m not sure I would have noticed this as a photo but I’m glad you did!
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Thank you Betty. I spent much time wandering around this building trying to get interesting angles.
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Impressive !
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Thank you. And I loved your weekend b&W
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Loved the pattern. Awesome clicks.
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Many cities in the US have do not want to mix modern in the historic areas, but in many years it will all be historic
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Great patterns!
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Nice facade.
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Oh wow! Such wonderful shapes! Love these photos.
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I loved the building – a dream to capture on camera
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I’d love to be let loose there 😉
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