Kalkara is a small town in Malta, with a current population of 3000. The name comes from the Maltese for kiln, a lime kiln being present here since Roman times. Its latitude is 35.88917, and longitude 14.53278. Official languages Maltese and English Capital Valletta Largest City Birkirkara President Edward (Eddie) Fenech Adami Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi Religion Catholicism Area - Total - % water Ranked 184th 316 km² Negligible Population - Total (2003) - Density Ranked 211th 399,867 1262/km² Independence - Date From the UK September 21, 1964 Currency lira Time... Charcoal Kilns, California A kiln is an oven that is used for hardening, burning, or drying anything. ...
Kalkara lies in the south-east side of the Grand Harbour area.
As one leaves the harbour, it is the third of four promontories, separated by creeks, opposite Valletta.
During the Turkish Ottoman siege of 1565, Kalkara formed part of the front line of fighting and is believed to have been used afterwards for the burial of Moslem dead.
Chameleons, a reptilian species, inhabit the Kalkara valley and are under threat from planned development in the area.
This architect was employed by the Kalkara Local Council back in 1995 to prepare a report on Kalkara and outline a development strategy.
On December 14, 1995, Dr Mintoff represented the Kalkara council, along with the Secretary and a Councillor during a meeting, held with Planning Authority officials.
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