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This fort was established before the Knights Templar arrived. The knights strengthened and enlarged it. The fort played an important part in the defence of the island against the Turks. Today the National War Museum is in the fort.
Written Aug 24, 2002
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This is part of the great wall of Fort St. Elmo. Built about 500 years ago by the knights. There is also war museum as part of it.
Written Aug 5, 2006
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Today it houses the Malta Police Academy and it can be visited in guided tours only at the weekends.
Opening hours:
Sat 13.00-17.00
Sun 9.00-17.00
Updated Mar 27, 2004
After marching around the courtyard, firing cannon and some swordplay the soldiers stand around for the snap happy tourists.
Written Dec 3, 2003
Visit Fort St. Elmo and take a breathtaking view of the harbour from there.
Written Aug 24, 2002
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Q: My girlfriend, my 14yr old son and I have a week's holiday in Gozo in August. We're thinking of taking the seaplane to Valetta for...
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