Malta Birżebbuġa is a small town located in the South Eastern part of Malta. It is situated in the locality of Birżebbuġa and is the administrative centre of the area. The town has a long and interesting history, which dates back to the Bronze Age.
The earliest known inhabitants of Malta Birżebbuġa were the Phoenicians, who arrived in the area around the 8th century BC. They established a trading port and established a temple dedicated to the goddess Astarte. The Phoenicians were eventually replaced by the Carthaginians, who ruled the area until the Romans arrived in 218 BC. The Romans built a large settlement in Malta Birżebbuġa, which they named Brixia.
In the 6th century AD, the area was invaded by the Arabs, who renamed the town ‘Birżebbuġa’, meaning ‘the town of the fig tree’. The Arabs ruled the area until the Normans arrived in 1090. The Normans built a castle and a church in the town, and they also established a market.
In 1530, the Knights of St. John arrived in Malta and took control of Birżebbuġa. The Knights built a number of fortifications in the area and developed the town into a major trading port. The town was also the site of a number of battles during the Great Siege of Malta in 1565.
In the 19th century, Birżebbuġa became an important centre for the fishing industry. The town also became a popular tourist destination, and many hotels and restaurants were built in the area.
Today, Malta Birżebbuġa is still an important fishing port and tourist destination. It is also home to a number of historical sites, including the 16th century Fort San Lucian, the 17th century Fort St. Angelo and the 18th century Fort Rinella. The town also has a number of museums, galleries and churches, as well as a number of traditional restaurants and cafes.