“It is thanks to such initiatives that we have the opportunity to continue taking care of our national heritage, a heritage that shapes our identity as a nation. This restoration fulfils our cultural strategy in a way that our heritage is more accessible, whilst strengthening our localities,” Bonnici said.

Parliamentary Secretary Alison Zerafa Civelli also commended the Senglea Local Council for taking the necessary actions to restore Senglea’s bastion wall. While thanking the Restoration Directorate for their impeccable work, Zerafa Civelli explained that restoration works on Maltese patrimony are crucial to preserving our national heritage for generations to come.

The Parliamentary Secretary also thanked the Cottonera Foundation for their continuous efforts towards the localities of Cottonera and its residents and for their support of this restoration project.

Amanda Degiovanni, the architect responsible for the restoration works, explained in detail the process being undertaken. 

“The fortification wall was is in a terrible condition with excessively deteriorated stonework and areas risking collapse. Works included the erection of scaffolding, replacing the large areas of weathered backstone, and replacements with new stonework. The three existing arches which were previously blocked have now been reopened. Works also included removing black crusts from underneath the arches.”

The Senglea bastion wall is soon to return to its former glory. Make sure to take a stroll down Senglea once the works are finished to see the unique architecture. 

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