The Mosta Rotunda, also known as the Rotunda of Mosta or Mosta Dome, is a Roman Catholic basilica in Mosta, Malta, dedicated to the Assumption of Mary. Designed by Maltese architect Giorgio Grognet de Vassé, it was built between 1833 and 1860 in the neoclassical style, inspired by the Pantheon in Rome. The church features a massive dome with an internal diameter of 39.6 meters, making it one of the largest unsupported domes in the world.
A remarkable event in its history occurred during World War II on April 9, 1942, when a German bomb pierced the dome during Mass with over 300 people present but miraculously did not explode. This event earned it the nickname “Miracle Church,” and a replica of the bomb is displayed on site.
The church’s interior is richly decorated with blue, gold, and white colors, along with paintings by Giuseppe Calì and other artists. Visitors can explore its dome, WWII shelters, and nearby attractions like the Mosta Market