Sciuta Tower, 17th-century watchtower in Qrendi, Malta.
Sciuta Tower is a limestone structure near the coast featuring a square base and thick defensive walls with an observation platform at the top. The interior spaces connect multiple levels that allow visitors to see both the water and surrounding landscape.
It was built in 1638 as part of an early series of coastal fortifications that later served as a model for a larger network of defenses. This initial phase of coastal protection shaped the defense strategy for decades to come.
The tower reflects how military architecture was built under the Knights Hospitaller, with design features that set it apart from defensive structures built later.
The tower is open from April through October, with access through internal stairs leading to different levels within the structure. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes and allow time to climb and explore the various floors at a comfortable pace.
It served continuous military purposes for more than 360 years, including as a coastal patrol station during the Second World War. This long operational history makes it a rare example of functional use across multiple historical periods.
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