Turkish Military Cemetery, Ħamrun

Name: Turkish Military Cemetery
Address: Ħamrun, Malta

#4 among attractions in Ħamrun

Cemetery, Moorish revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

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. The cemetery was designed by the Maltese architect Emanuele Luigi Galizia, and it is built in an exotic orientalist style. It is maintained by the Turkish government. Originally the cemetery was referred to as the Mahomedan Cemetery such as on documents, and also referred to as the Martyrs’ Cemetery in Turkey such as on a historic painting. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°52'24"N, 14°29'38"E

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Ħamrun Malta

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Day trips

Turkish Military Cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Victor Tedesco Stadium, Tarxien Temples, Hal Saflieni Hypogeum, Ta' Braxia Cemetery.

1 miN
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
Victor Tedesco Stadium, Ħamrun
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1.1 miE
Megalithic temples dating from 3600 B.C.
Tarxien Temples, Fgura
29 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...
0.8 miE
Excavated prehistoric burial site
Hal Saflieni Hypogeum
20 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...
1.2 miN
Cemetery
Ta' Braxia Cemetery, Ħamrun
30 min walk • Ta' Braxia Cemetery is a cemetery in Gwardamanġa, located near the boundary between Pietà and Ħamrun, Malta. It was built between 1855 and 1857 as a multi-denomination burial ground primarily intended for British servicemen, partially replacing a number of earlier 18th century cemeteries.
1 miNW
Church, Baroque architecture, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Geatan, Ħamrun
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0.8 miSE
Park
Chinese Garden of Serenity, Luqa
22 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.
0.9 miS
Church, Baroque architecture
St Andrew's Parish Church, Luqa
25 min walk • The Parish Church of St Andrew is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Luqa, Malta.
1.1 miW
Church
San Bastjan Church, Qormi
28 min walk • The Old Church of St Sebastian, commonly known as il-knisja ż-żgħira, is a Roman Catholic church in Qormi, Malta, dedicated to Saint Sebastian.
0.7 miE
Church
Basilica of Christ the King, Fgura
19 min walk • The Basilica of Christ the King is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Paola, Malta.
1.1 miSE
Church
Annunciation Church, Fgura
29 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 miSE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Addolorata Cemetery, Fgura
13 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Turkish Military Cemetery?

Nearby attractions include Marsa Sports Club, Ħamrun (11 min walk), Marsa, Ħamrun (12 min walk), Addolorata Cemetery, Fgura (13 min walk), Trinity Church, Ħamrun (17 min walk).

How to get to Turkish Military Cemetery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Turkish Military Cemetery:

Bus

Il-Marsa - Ottoman • Lines: 71, 72, 73 (1 min walk)
Il-Marsa - Albert • Lines: 1, 120, 121, 2, 204, 206, 210, 213, 226, 3, 4, 71, 72, 73, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 88, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94 (4 min walk)