Torri ta’ Sant' Agata
Torri ta' Sant' Agata, also known as the Red Tower, is a stone tower set on a hilltop in Mellieħa with a square shape and thick limestone walls. It features small cannon ports and four corner turrets that give it a balanced, fortress-like form.
The tower was built between 1647 and 1649 by order of the Knights of Saint John as their last major fortification of this type in Malta. Over centuries it was reinforced and adapted, eventually serving as a radar station during the world wars.
The tower is named after Saint Agatha and has long served as a familiar landmark for the local community. It represents the area's past and resilience, shaping how people in Mellieħa think about their shared heritage.
The tower is easily reached by a short walk from the main paths in Mellieħa and is accessible to visitors throughout the day. You can walk around the outside, climb to the top, and enjoy views over Mellieħa Bay and the surrounding countryside.
The tower once had a small chapel inside, making it not just a military post but also a place for prayer and reflection. Its distinctive design with corner turrets and fish tail crenelations sets it apart from other fortifications built during the same period in Malta.
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