Santa Maria delle Grazie Tower, Military tower in Xgħajra, Malta.
The tower stood above the eastern shore of Grand Harbour with four corner bastions and a flight of steps leading to its entrance point.
Constructed in 1620 as the final structure among six Wignacourt towers, the tower remained operational until its demolition by British forces in 1888.
The tower contained a chapel dedicated to Madonna delle Grazie, combining military defense functions with religious observance for local inhabitants.
The tower's location is commemorated by Triq it-Torri ta' Alof de Wignacourt street in present-day Xgħajra, though no physical remains exist.
The construction cost of 4948 scudi indicated a smaller scale compared to other Wignacourt towers, despite maintaining substantial armament capabilities.
Location: Xgħajra
Inception: 1620
GPS coordinates: 35.88644,14.54972
Latest update: March 8, 2025 01:52
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