Discover Hamrun by Hire Car

Hamrun is a very beautiful small town on Malta; it lies south of the port region of the island, its population of about 9,500 is called Tas-Sikkina.

In the mid-19th century, the area developed into a village structure, the “Village of St Joseph”. Even today, Hamrun’s main street is “St. Joseph High Street.” At the end of the 19th century, the village became the parish of Hamrun, famous for its red earth.

Sights in Hamrun

Hamrun is not only economically interesting, however; the townscape is dominated by many beautiful houses, whose Maltese oriels add to the southern atmosphere.

The churches distinguish Hamrun: “Our Lady of Atocja Chapel”, the Chapel of Porto Salvo, the Church of “Saint Francis of Assisi” are just a few examples of the religious diversity of which they are an expression.

For those interested in the history of their holiday destination, these places of worship are a great place to experience and bring to life the stories and history of the region.

A car, perhaps a hire car, is a good way to experience the diversity of monuments effectively and conveniently.