Why go
The site served as a refuge for Gozo's population and retains both medieval walls and later gunpowder defences. Its history includes the Ottoman sack of 1551 and a major rebuilding of the southern fortifications. Walking the walls gives the historic enclosure a geographic meaning, with the island's settlements and countryside spread below.
What to look for
- Medieval northern walls
- The rebuilt southern bastions
- The Cathedral of the Assumption
Useful to know
- Explore the walls before selecting individual museums or cathedral visits.
- Combine the citadel with Victoria's streets below to understand town and refuge together.
Your next visit
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Outdoor visit · 45–90 min
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