Notre Dame Gate, Baroque gate in Birgu, Malta
Notre Dame Gate stands at the entrance of the Cottonera Lines with five levels, underground chambers, and two barrack blocks featuring Corinthian pilasters.
The gate, constructed in 1675 by architect Romano Carapecchia, played a defensive role during the Order of St John's rule and subsequent military operations.
The gate's facade displays a bronze bust of Grand Master Nicolas Cotoner, created by Pietro Sances in the 1670s, representing Malta's bronze artworks.
Located at St. Edward Street in Birgu, the gate serves as headquarters for Fondazzjoni Wirt Artna and contains multiple chambers open to visitors.
The roof of Notre Dame Gate functioned as a strategic signaling point between Valletta and the eastern coastal defenses of Malta.
Location: Birgu
Inception: 1675
Architects: Romano Carapecchia
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Part of: Cottonera Lines
Address: Triq il-Kottonera, Birgu
Website: http://notredamegatemalta.weebly.com
GPS coordinates: 35.88036,14.52933
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:04
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