Tritons' Fountain and City Gate
Valletta, Malta
An impressive bronze fountain located in the square in front of the main entrance gate to Valletta. The work of Maltese sculptor Vincent Apap from 1959 depicts three mythological tritons supporting a massive water basin. Between 2011 and 2015, the square along with the City Gate was rebuilt according to the design of the famous Italian architect Renzo Piano. Modern gates cut into the mighty St. James bastion form a passage between the bus terminal and the representative Republic Street.
- Visit time: 30 min
- Local name: Tritons' Fountain
What to look for
- Sculptures of three mighty bronze tritons by Vincent Apap
- Modern City Gate designed by Renzo Piano from limestone blocks
- Main entrance bridge spanning the deep bastion moat
Before you go
- Best time: In the evening when the fountain is illuminated by colorful spotlights
- Crowds: Continuous pedestrian traffic entering and exiting the capital
- Note: Public square accessible free of charge all day and night
Good to know
- During the general renovation in 2017, the triton sculptures were transported to a foundry workshop in Florence.
Sources: visitmalta.com, en.wikipedia.org
How long does it take to visit Tritons' Fountain and City Gate?
Plan about 30 min.
Nearby
- Rampila Restaurant — 140 m
- Hastings Gardens — 170 m
- Royal Opera House Ruins (Pjazza Teatru Rjal) — 200 m
- Church of Our Lady of Victories — 230 m
- Church of St Catherine of Italy — 250 m
- Lascaris War Rooms — 280 m
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