Greeks Gate in Malta to undergo restoration

·

Restoration works on the medieval fortifications of the Greeks Gate found in the city of Mdina, Malta has begun, Times of Malta reported.

The architect responsible for the restoration works, Maria Roberta Mallia, said the project will consist of cleaning facades from biological growths, removing cement render from the walls and repairing deteriorated stones from within the gate.

Restoration work on the Greek Gate in Malta.

The Greek Gate is recognised as the second most important entrance to Mdina and was built during the medieval period.

Its location near St Nicholas Chapel in Malta has led to speculation that a large Greek community was living there at the time.

The restoration and preservation division expect that works will be completed by November and will safeguard Mdina’s history. 

Source: Times of Malta

Monument to migration - Mother's Day

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

South Melbourne FC claim victory in Greek derby against Port Melbourne FC

Over the weekend, South Melbourne FC defeated Port Melbourne FC away from home 3-2 in a Greek derby. Read more here.

As deadline looms, 157,000 Greeks register to postal vote in European elections

More than 157,000 Greeks have registered to postal vote in the June 9 European elections, according to official figures released on Saturday.

Greek Orthodox faithful across Australia celebrate Palm Sunday

Greek Orthodox churches across Australia were packed on Palm Sunday this year as thousands gathered to celebrate the start of Holy Week.

Good Friday service to be held at Constantinople church after decades

After many decades, the Good Friday service will be held at the Holy Church of Panagia Paramythia Vlach Saray in Constantinople on May 3.

‘Izzy the Jerusalem Donkey’: Helen Lakatos releases new kids book for Orthodox Easter

Helen Lakatos is a first generation Australian-born Cypriot, proud mum of two grown boys, and a loving yiayia of three grandchildren.

You May Also Like

Yiayia’s Bakery brings the taste of Greece to Canberra for all to enjoy

Theoklitos Anousas shares how Yiayia’s Bakery will bring the taste of Greece to Canberra for all to enjoy.

On This Day: Legendary Greek poet, Nikos Gatsos, was born

Greek poet, Nikos Gatsos, is best-known for his poem, Amorgos, which was written during the Nazi occupation of Greece in 1943.

Nick Giannopoulos and his ‘Wog Boys’ embark on farewell tour

Giannopoulos first created the show "Wogs Out of Work" in 1987, highlighting the lack of cultural diversity on Australian screens.