Hidden Gems of Mġarr
Mġarr’s rural landscape is defined by its 17th-century Lascaris watchtowers, including Lippija and Għajn Tuffieħa, which once guarded the northwestern coastline. Inland, the Victoria Lines ridge features historic wayside chapels like Binġemma, situated near ancient Punic rock-cut tombs. This list highlights the area's geological and architectural heritage, from the defensive Nadur Tower to secluded coastal formations like Maria’s Cave, offering insight into Malta's military history and religious traditions.
A Torri Ta' Lippija
Lippija Tower, also known as Ġnejna Tower, is a small watchtower in Ġnejna Bay, limits of Mġarr, Malta.
B It-Torri ta' Għajn Tuffieħa
A coastal watchtower built in 1637 under Grand Master Lascaris to guard the entrance to Għajn Tuffieħa and Golden Bay.
C Cave of the galley
A secluded natural sea cave situated along the northern limestone cliffs of the Mġarr coastline.
Binġemma Chapel
A 17th-century chapel dedicated to Our Lady of Itria, situated on the Victoria Lines ridge overlooking a complex of ancient Punic rock-cut tombs.
Torri tan-Nadur
A 17th-century watchtower built by Grand Master Lascaris. Positioned on a high ridge, it functioned as a communication link between the coast and Mdina.
Tas-Santi Chapel
A traditional wayside chapel located in the rural Tas-Santi area, representing the vernacular religious architecture of the Maltese countryside.
Maria's Cave
A natural cave formation located on the coastal cliffs, providing views across the Mediterranean towards Ġnejna Bay.
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