Country Malta Suburb of Żurrieq Postal code ZRQ Local time Sunday 8:58 PM Dialling code 356 | Island Malta Time zone CET (UTC+1) Dialing code 356 Area code 356 | |
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Bubaqra is a hamlet with its own administrative division in Żurrieq, Malta. It is a small rural village situated between Nigret and Ħal Far. Has a population of 2,000 people. Even though it is one of the oldest areas in this village, many new buildings are being constructed and this area is searched most by newlyweds who come to live in this quiet, airy area. At the centre of this zone, a small church is situated, dedicated to the Assumption of Mary. A few metres away, there is also the churchyard of this village dedicated to St. Leon.
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Map of Bubaqra, Zurrieq, Malta
Overview
The area was mentioned by Giovanni Francesco Abela in 1647 as Dejr el Bakar meaning house (territory) of the cows. Also known as Bvbakra (Bubaqra) literally meaning father of the cows.
In 1579, the Bubaqra Tower was built on the outskirts of this zone. It was built as a country retreat by a member of the Order of St. John, and was used for defensive purposes at some points. The tower is currently privately owned, and it has been restored.