The sublime darker heritage tourism aspects at St John's Co-Cathedral in Valletta, Malta.

St John's Co-Cathedral in Valletta, Malta, stands as a unique example of dark tourism, blending architectural grandeur with macabre elements. The cathedral's design incorporates human bones and skulls, sepulchral monuments, and burial slabs, creating an atmosphere that attracts both pilgrims and tourists drawn to its 'darker heritage.' This study reveals how the cathedral's history, death-related art, and architecture intersect with dark tourism, offering a nuanced perspective on the appeal of such sites. The research approach involves a detailed examination of the cathedral's architectural features, historical context, and their relationship to contemporary tourism trends.

Munro, D. (2020). The sublime darker heritage tourism aspects at St John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta, Malta. Dark Tourism and Pilgrimage, 85–98. https://doi.org/10.1079/9781789241877.0085