Corradino Batteries

Corradino Batteries are three military fortifications in Paola, positioned strategically to defend different directions including Għajn Dwieli, Senglea, and the Floriana Lines. Parts of the original structures remain accessible for visitors today, though industrial development has covered much of the original site.

The batteries were built between 1798 and 1799 under architect Michele Cachia and served as defense points during the French blockade of Malta. These fortifications were part of a wider strategy to protect the islands from invading naval forces.

The structures show Maltese military engineering with limestone walls and traditional defensive design from the late 1700s. When walking through the remaining parts, you can see how the builders adapted these fortifications to the local landscape and materials.

Access to the ruins can be challenging since the original site is now mixed with industrial structures. It helps to look for visible sections and seek local information to find the best route to the preserved parts.

The batteries contained underground shelters and specialized guard rooms that worked both as observation posts and storage for weapons and ammunition. These hidden spaces let defenders hold out longer and keep supplies safe.