The Upper Barracca Gardens are situated in Valletta and has been for over two centuries a famous meeting place. From here one can enjoy the marvelous views of one of the world’s largest and deepest natural harbours. Upper Barracca was originally the private gardens of the Italian Knights whose auberge lies close by. Below the gardens is a saluting battery which has been turned into a small formal terrace. The busts, statues and plaques in the gardens chart various personalities and events in Maltese history.