Height
4 meters
Year Built
1990
Address
Main Street, Edithburgh, SA 5583
The Lowdown
The Big Maltese Cross at Edithburgh celebrates the South Australian coastal town's unique connection to Malta. In the 1840s and 1850s, Maltese migrants settled in Edithburgh, drawn by the fishing industry and farming opportunities. Their descendants have maintained cultural connections for generations, making Edithburgh one of Australia's oldest Maltese settlements. The Big Maltese Cross honors this heritage, representing the eight-pointed cross that has been a symbol of Malta since the Knights of St. John arrived in 1530. It stands as a reminder of the diverse immigrant communities that have enriched Australian society.
Did you know?
"Edithburgh has one of Australia's oldest Maltese communities"
History
Maltese migrants arrived in Edithburgh in the 1840s, establishing fishing and farming communities. The Big Maltese Cross commemorates this early migration and the ongoing cultural connections between Edithburgh and Malta.
More Fun Facts
- •Edithburgh has one of Australia's oldest Maltese communities
- •The Maltese Cross has eight points representing eight virtues
- •Malta was ruled by the Knights of St John for centuries
- •Many Maltese Australians trace ancestry to early SA settlers
- •The Yorke Peninsula has beautiful coastal scenery
Visiting Tips
- 💡Visit the tidal swimming pool at Edithburgh
- 💡The Yorke Peninsula has excellent fishing
- 💡Explore the historic jetty
- 💡The peninsula has great wineries and food producers
- 💡The Troubridge Island lighthouse is nearby
Opening Hours
Outdoor monument accessible at all times.
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