Flimkien għal Ambjent Aħjar (FAA) is a

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non-profit, non-governmental organisation, committed to preserving Malta and

Gozo Gozo (, ), Maltese: ''Għawdex'' () and in antiquity known as Gaulos ( xpu, 𐤂𐤅𐤋, ; grc, Γαῦλος, Gaúlos), is an island in the Maltese archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea. The island is part of the Republic of Malta. After t ...

's architectural and rural heritage as well as ensuring a healthy quality of life. It lobbies for the better preservation and use of the heritage of the Maltese islands, not only for the sake of preservation but also as an agent of social regeneration in areas such as lower Valletta, the Three Cities and the smaller sister island of

. Its name is abbreviated in the local press as FAA. Its motto is "together for a better environment."

History and role

Set up in 2006, FAA has established a track record in saving sites for future generations, beginning with the Tal-Papa farm, an oasis of rare endemic plants and protected fauna dating back to the 16th century, the Palazz ta' Rohan at Balzan,

Ta' Ħaġrat Temples The Ta' Ħaġrat () temples in Mġarr, Malta is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, along with several other Megalithic temples. They are amongst the world's oldest religious sites. The larger Ta' Ħaġrat temple dates from the Ġgantija ...

at Mġarr,

Villa Bologna Villa Bologna is a Maltese stately home, in the village of Attard in the central district of Malta. Built in opulent Baroque style, Villa Bologna has been called "the most beautiful 18th century country house to be built for a Maltese family" an ...

in Attard, the Art Deco House and Villa Bonici in Sliema, as well as two stately residences in Ghaxaq. FAA's campaigning has saved streetscapes and public facilities in the villages and towns of Mellieħa, Sliema and Marsaskala as well as protecting a watercourse in Mellieħa and virgin land in Żebbuġ, Marsalforn, Qala Valley and the Ramla l-Ħamra hillside from being built up.

References

External links

FAA's official website
{{DEFAULTSORT:Flimkien Ghal Ambjent Ahjar Cultural organisations based in Malta Organizations established in 2006 2006 establishments in Malta