Gardjola Gardens
Valletta, Malta
A historic garden viewpoint located on top of St. Michael's Bastion on the promontory of the city of Senglea. The place is famous for its original stone watchtower called Il-Gardjola, erected by the Knights Hospitaller in 1551. On the walls of the tower, symbols of a human eye and ear are carved, reminding the guards to be vigilant against enemy ships. From the garden benches, there is a direct view of the capital Valletta, Fort Saint Elmo, and the waters of Grand Harbour shipyard.
- Visit time: 45 min
What to look for
- Historic vedette watchtower with eye and ear carvings
- Uninterrupted view of the opposite waterfront and the bastions of Valletta
- Palm-lined avenues and shaded benches on top of the defensive bastion
Before you go
- Best time: Late afternoon on the way to dinner in Birgu
- Crowds: Negligible tourist traffic, an oasis of peace by the water
- Note: Free access to the promontory all day and night
Good to know
- The carved eye and ear on the watchtower symbolize vigilance over the safety of Malta's inhabitants.
Sources: visitmalta.com, en.wikipedia.org
How long does it take to visit Gardjola Gardens?
Plan about 45 min.
Nearby
- Valletta to Birgu Dgħajsa Ferry — 290 m
- Fort St Angelo — 380 m
- Barrakka Lift — 480 m
- Lascaris War Rooms — 520 m
- The Harbour Club — 530 m
- Upper Barrakka Gardens — 530 m
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