Edinburgh Royals Visit Malta for Independence Anniversary

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, Prince Edward and Sophie, are on a four-day visit to Malta to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the country's independence and celebrate its shared heritage with the UK. A significant part of their visit includes a tour of Villa Guardamangia, the former residence of the late Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, where they lived from 1949 to 1951. The visit is marked by various engagements, including meetings with Maltese officials and a King's Birthday Reception. This visit holds personal significance for the royal family, as it retraces the footsteps of the late Queen and Prince Philip during what was described as the most 'normal' period of their lives. Additionally, Meghan Markle's familial ties to Malta were highlighted in media coverage, as she had previously explored her Maltese heritage. Overall, the visit underscores the enduring historical and cultural ties between Malta and the UK.