Tat-Tmien Kantunieri Windmill, windmill in Gozo, Malta
The Tat-Tmien Kantunieri Windmill is an octagonal mill in Xewkija, Malta, with walls facing the main wind directions. The building contains two main rooms, a small kitchen with original oven, a central staircase, and windows that light the working spaces inside.
The mill was commissioned in 1710 by Grand Master Ramon Perellos y Roccaful and was the second built in Gozo. It replaced the slower animal-powered grinding method and represented an early use of wind power on the islands.
The name "Kantunieri" refers to the corners of the octagonal building, positioned to catch wind from different directions. It remains a place where locals connect with their heritage and community events bring people together to celebrate traditional island life.
The site is easily accessible for most visitors, with clear pathways leading to the mill. A small square nearby offers benches for resting, and the location is open daily at no cost for those who want to explore at their own pace.
The original wooden mechanism was destroyed in the 1920s but was later rebuilt by two skilled carpenters using different wood types. The carefully reconstructed details like the "Pinnur", "Delujiet", and "Buttun" show how the modern restoration respectfully recreated the original design.
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