Corradino prison, Ħamrun

Name: Corradino prison
Address: Ħamrun, Malta

#16 among attractions in Ħamrun

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The Corradino prison, officially known as the Corradino Correctional Facility is a prison located in Paola, Malta. It is Malta’s largest and main correctional facility; hosting different sections for males, females, and children. The prison takes its name from the hill of Corradino, named after Conradin of Swabia, king of Sicily who in the 13th century also dominated the Maltese archipelago. It is located 5 km from the capital Valletta. ()

Coordinates: 35°52'26"N, 14°30'22"E

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Corradino prison – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tarxien Temples, Hal Saflieni Hypogeum, Basilica of the Nativity of Mary, Chinese Garden of Serenity.

0.6 miSE
Megalithic temples dating from 3600 B.C.
Tarxien Temples, Fgura
16 min walk • The Tarxien Temples, located in the town of Fgura in Malta, are one of the most important prehistoric monuments on the island. This complex consists of four megaliths, which were erected between 3600 and 2500 BCE, making them some of the oldest free-standing structures...
~1580 ftS
Excavated prehistoric burial site
Hal Saflieni Hypogeum
8 min walk • The Hal Saflieni Hypogeum in Malta is a remarkable subterranean structure that dates back to the prehistoric era. Carved into limestone around 3300 B.C., this ancient necropolis is a testament to the architectural prowess and spiritual beliefs of the prehistoric...
1.1 miNE
Church
Basilica of the Nativity of Mary, Fgura
27 min walk • The Basilica of the Nativity of Mary stands as a beacon of faith in the city of Fgura, Malta. This church, an embodiment of spiritual reverence and architectural beauty, is dedicated to the birth of the Virgin Mary. It serves not only as a place of worship but also as...
0.7 miS
Park
Chinese Garden of Serenity, Luqa
19 min walk • The Chinese Garden of Serenity is a public Chinese garden in Santa Luċija, Malta. Construction of the Garden of Serenity began in September 1996 as a gift to Malta from the People's Republic of China.
0.7 miW
Cemetery, Moorish revival architecture
Turkish Military Cemetery, Ħamrun
18 min walk • The Turkish Military Cemetery, also known as the Ottoman Military Cemetery, is a cemetery in Marsa, Malta. Commissioned by the Ottoman sultan Abdülaziz to replace an earlier Muslim cemetery, it was constructed between 1873 and 1874.
~1010 ftS
Church
Basilica of Christ the King, Fgura
5 min walk • The Basilica of Christ the King is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Paola, Malta.
0.7 miSE
Church
Annunciation Church, Fgura
18 min walk • The Parish Church of the Annunciation of Our Lord or simply Annunciation Church or in Maltese Il-Knisja tal-Lunzjata is a Roman Catholic Parish church located in the village of Tarxien in Malta.
0.5 miSW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Addolorata Cemetery, Fgura
12 min walk • The Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery, often known simply as the Addolorata Cemetery, is a state owned Neo-Gothic cemetery located in Paola, Malta. It is a multi-faith cemetery, but predominantly characterized by Catholic burials. It is the largest burial ground in the country and has been expanded a number of times.
~660 ftS
Church, Baroque architecture
St. Ubaldesca Church, Fgura
4 min walk • The St. Ubaldesca Church is a 17th-century baroque church built during the Order of St. John in Paola, Malta. The building is a historic landmark, being the oldest church established in the locality and is listed on the National Inventory of the Cultural Property of the Maltese Islands.
1.1 miNW
Memorial
Spencer Monument, Ħamrun
27 min walk • The Spencer Monument is a restored obelisk monument on the way to Valletta, in Blata l-Bajda, Malta, erected for Captain Sir Robert Cavendish Spencer, R.N. a cousin of the Governor of Malta, Sir Frederick Cavendish Ponsonby.
1 miNE
Church
Collegiate Church of the Immaculate Conception, Fgura
25 min walk • The Collegiate Church of the Immaculate Conception is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Cospicua, Malta.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Corradino prison?

Nearby attractions include St. Ubaldesca Church, Fgura (4 min walk), Basilica of Christ the King, Fgura (5 min walk), Mariam Al-Batool Mosque, Fgura (6 min walk), Hal Saflieni Hypogeum (8 min walk).

How to get to Corradino prison by public transport?

The nearest stations to Corradino prison:

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Paola 3 • Lines: 1, 120, 121, 2, 204, 206, 213, 3, 4, 81, 82, 83, 84, 88, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, (N) N10, X2, X3 (2 min walk)
Paola 2 • Lines: 1, 120, 121, 2, 204, 206, 213, 3, 4, 81, 82, 83, 84, 88, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, X2, X3 (2 min walk)