The Devil's Farmhouse Mellieha Malta

This week I decided to visit the Devil's Farmhouse, also known in Maltese as Ir-Razzett tax-Xitan, and officially as Ir-Razzett Tax-Xjaten (The Farmhouse of the Devils or The Devils' Farmhouse), is an 18th-century farmhouse in Mellieħa, Malta. The farmhouse features two unconnected buildings. The original scope for the buildings were to function as stables and a horse-riding school (Cavalerizza).
At one point, the buildings were converted into farmhouses between different farmers, and the buildings underwent some structural changes. A Maltese myth claims that it was built by the devil, a tale from which it derives its historic name. It is a national monument and in a dilapidated state.
The Devil's Farmhouse was built in the 18th century during the rule of the Knights of Malta to be used as a horse stable. It is found in Ta' Randa very close to L-Għar ta' Zamberat (Zamberat's Cave). The farmhouse stands away from urban development in isolation. Attributed to the farmhouse is a myth that the farmhouse was built by the devil/s in one/three-day/s The only architectural feature that gives the impression of relating to demonic icons are the two enclosed staircases, that lead to the roof of the stable, which are suggested to appear as two horns.
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[@johnembery7801]

Very interesting, i love looking and learning about these old buildings, its a good look back at an old way of life etc. Thanks Pierre 😊👍

[@PierreFarrugia]

Glad you enjoyed it John

[@vickygibson1519]

Pierre, that was a fantastic blog, I lived in Mellieha for a few years but never knew about this place, it looks so interesting. The climb up and down those stairs was a bit scary, the whole site should be preserved for future generations. Thank you for sharing your exploration of this unique place, an informative history lesson.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thank you , you might be interested in this vlog, just opposite this site kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5ukgZmFbr6HnsUsi=WQA_rviRZmWFC1jy

[@rayvalletta2913]

Pierre another amazing and interesting vlog.Another place I never heard of.Im surprised that the local council has not made any attempts to try and renovate this typical property of Maltese heritage. Thank you for sharing this interesting piece of history with us and taking some risks in bringing it to us. I was a little surprised that it was not used during the war as some sort of a military base,being so close to Mellieha coast line. Until the next time Grazzi u Sahha.👍🇲🇹

[@PierreFarrugia]

Grazzi Ray ❤️🇲🇹

[@benfran3243]

After watching the video to me it really make sense that the use of such an interesting vast old building had the purpose for a good quantity of stables "Cavalleriszza". Agree 100% with Mr.Attard for his comments and as a general thought its a shame to leave such a very old structure to be ruined completely. Thanks so much Pierre for taking us around that building, enjoyed it a lot as always, and good you have been very wise not to push yourself too much in those rooms and stairs as it was very evident that the structure is very weak and dangerous, keep safe. Thanks and well done Pierre.👍👍

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thanks Ben

[@andreacassar7183]

Girna that is not Girna with the dot on the G.other wise interesting comments keep it up.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thanks

[@nitro650]

Hi Pierre, firstly well done, I'm Maltese but I had never heard of this place before, so grazzi. Secondly those side supports for the xorok are called kileb, and from the back it looks very plain and with no windows, because back in the days when piracy was rampant in the Mediterranean and raids were done and people used to be taken as slaves. They used to build so that the outside of the building facing the bays especially, would look like a fortified wall. In fact even the old part of Żejtun if you look at it from the fields the houses look like a fortified wall.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Grazzi, and thanks for the information, makes sens 👍

[@victorcarmelo8606]

The Girna was a shelter from the elements for farmers but mostly used as a tool shed for farm implements. I was told it’s pronounced as in G for give and not as in G for George, but correct me if I’m wrong. Lovely video, love our old buildings which sadly going to rot, killing our architectural heritage. Thanks for sharing.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thanks, I think you are right about how to say it, also thanks for the info.

[@DOCWHOK9]

Your doing such a great job Pierre, really enjoying your wanders. Hi from Down Under😊

[@PierreFarrugia]

Wow thanks ☺️🙏

[@Cujo-fu5bm]

In all my life living in Malta ,this is the first time i`m hearing about this. Thanks this is very interesting to me .

[@PierreFarrugia]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Cujo-fu5bm]

@@PierreFarrugia Very Much and Thanks Again.

[@ernestbailey9194]

Fascinating place. shame Heritage Malta isn't getting involved in its restoration.What a lovely building with its history and views, so surprised someone isn't living rough in it. If it was here in England it would certainly have some squatters living in it. Love your videos Pierre. I Look forward to the next one.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thank you Ernest

[@josedess8823]

That’s heaven farm house and not the devil 👿 farm house with all that beautiful views around it. Thanks.And it seems to be very dangerous farm house too. Thanks again.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Yes have to agree

[@johnmicallef5777]

Thank you Pierre. Probably, no apertures, apart from ventilation 'holes', where not done to protect from the northerly winds. If i'm not mistaken, apertures face the 'southern' part, which is slightly shielded by the hill.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Very good observation 👍

[@sammybrownfox6265]

Another interesting place I need to see. Thanks Pierre.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thanks Sammy

[@medusaman1]

Another interesting video, no doubt. Thanks Pierre.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thank you ☺️

[@markus_dev_cwb]

Amazing mysterious place in Mellieha.

[@PierreFarrugia]

One of the most beautiful tows in Malta

[@briankerr4512]

It is interesting to see the inside of these old buildings

[@PierreFarrugia]

Love exploring such building, infact have many other vlogs like this one

[@Courupted_Guest]

I've always wanted to go there another great hit!!!

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thank you

[@hilarypaulagius4888]

Nice video. Enjoyed it.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@terrywalker348]

Hi Pierre, what an interesting video. It is such a shame that the 'rattle can kids' have been in there. Any Idea what year would that farmhouse have been used as a home for people and animals? Many thanks for showing us the Devil's Farmhouse Pierre.

[@albertattard5611]

Was originally built by the Knights of St. John as stables called 'Cavalerizza'. Its been told that there are funds for its restoration but a big shame for whatever reason its being left in this shameful state.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thanks Terry

[@PierreFarrugia]

Hope it doesn't fall before

[@terrywalker348]

@@albertattard5611 Many thanks Albert.

[@darrenaquilina1403]

Where is it situated please? Where does one park to then walk to Pierre? Thanks.

[@PierreFarrugia]

You can park just next to it maps.app.goo.gl/8WMcCYi7J2158Bfu6?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

[@darrenaquilina1403]

Grazzi!

[@Cujo-fu5bm]

Oqghod attent hemm ta xinhu perikolus.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Iva veru

[@hikinganddrone]

Nice sharing my friend 👍👍👍👍

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thank you very much!

[@ivancauchi860]

It's a pitty that this place is left to fall to pieces. Is it a private property or public?

[@PierreFarrugia]

I think public

[@AngeloCaruana]

Nice one buddy

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thanks buddy

[@VINTERIUM..EXPLORIUM.1]

👍👍

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thanks

[@Miri2Go]

Does Rupert Murdoch live there?

[@PierreFarrugia]

Hehe no idea, didnt see him :)

[@jeffreysciberras9665]

kemm kinu jitnejku b'nies jahasra dak iz zmien u ghat ghaw min jibla u jemmen dawn laffarijiet.. dawn kinu stallel ta kavllarija u kinu bellawa lin nies li kien imbena mix xitan biex ibezzaw in nies hu ma jersqux lemm halli ikunu jistaw idahhlu xi qhab bil mohhbi

[@PierreFarrugia]

Makes a lot of sens

[@vincezammit-vzphotography3993]

Dawk tal gnub li izommu parti mis saqaf tax xorok isejhulom Kileb

[@PierreFarrugia]

The best part of my vlogs, I always learn from you.

[@jaygee2759]

Hello sir,,,a paul cook on you tube goes in tunnels and many places in malta

[@PierreFarrugia]

Yes, We are friends and even took him a couple of places I know, thanks

[@jaygee2759]

@@PierreFarrugia i have only ever been to malta the once when a kid 14, i had a duran duran t shirt on walking in Valletta and another lad (Maltese) came running up and asked were i got the t shirt,,, England i said,,and took it off and gave it too him..made his day,, 😁

[@PierreFarrugia]

@jaygee2759 Duran Duran one of my childhood bands ☺️

[@jaygee2759]

@@PierreFarrugia 👍

[@amaliolopez8-]

It could date from Roman times.?

[@PierreFarrugia]

I have very limited information on this building.

[@amaliolopez8-]

@@PierreFarrugia If it is true, there is a story during the Third Punic War and the destruction of Carthage by the Roman General Scipion, where 340 girls were taken to an island called Megara (according to Appian this island was near Sicily) but, it is not this town of Megara the port of the Island of Gozo.?

[@PierreFarrugia]

Very interesting , actually Mgarr so very close

[@johnabela932]

PIERRE VISITS THE DEVIL'S AQUINE LAIR 👿 🐴🏚️😱. The interior of that magnificent interesting farmhouse is architecturally beautiful and it's a shame it's being left to go to ruins. As always, good write up & history about the site being visited 📖 🙏. Would love to see all local councils subscribed to your channel and maybe even commenting 💬 🤔. THANKS Pierre 🚶🎥👏 Cheers 👍🇲🇹❤️🇪🇺

[@PierreFarrugia]

Thanks John, that would help me alot. Mostly I reply on my viewers to spread the word. But I am thankful I have views like you.

[@johnabela932]

@@PierreFarrugia "As always, the pleasure is mine my friend 🙏. Cheers Pierre 👍🇲🇹❤️🇪🇺

[@Kevin-gu3xk]

Tissejjaħ girna (plural: giren) mhux ġirna.

[@PierreFarrugia]

Ghandek ragun , grazzi