Final day in Birgu

Started the day with croissants at the tiny Aghmilli Kafé, halfway to the ferry stop...they have the best, fresh croissants and really good coffee.  We weren't catching the ferry, but the croissants and coffee are worth the walk!

Meandered the streets for a while, then home to pack.  We are leaving tomorrow for the Maltese island of Gozo.

Break for lunch at the local Cafe Riche.  The local beer in Malta is "Cisk" and it's served at any time of the day...yes, in lieu of morning coffee even!  I might not be much of a beer drinker, but it's so hot here, I can down a whole bottle of Perrier over lunch!

A visit to the Inquisitor's Palace, which is just around the corner from where we're staying.  In Maltese, this is called I-Palazz tan-Inkwizitur.  I like the Maltese description - "inkwizitur" has a slightly evil tone, and the power they wielded was certainly not for the greater good.  I enjoyed reading the plaques that told individual stories and stated that when a person was found innocent of the accused crime, they were granted freedom with just a warning from the inquisitor.  A warning?  Not to be innocent of the next accusation?  Confusing times!

A little more packing and tidying up, and then we're ready for dinner, an early night...and a new adventure tomorrow!