Fawwara Gate, Sliema

Name: Fawwara Gate
Address: Sliema, Malta

#19 among attractions in Sliema

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Fawwara Gate, also known as Gzira Gate, Sliema Gate, Testaferrata Gate and Tower Gate, is a late 18th-century archway built during the rule of the Order of St. John in Gżira, Malta. The archway was built as a commemoration of a new principal main road that is set on a long stretch of lands from Msida to Sliema; today being two roads namely Msida Road and Rue d'Argens. ()

Completed: 1796 (229 years ago)Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 35°54'4"N, 14°29'26"E

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Fawwara Gate – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fort Manoel, Ta' Braxia Cemetery, St Joseph's Church, Orpheum Theatre.

0.8 miE
18th-century star fort on the water
Fort Manoel, Sliema
22 min walk • Fort Manoel, a bastion of history and architectural prowess, stands resolutely on Manoel Island in Marsamxett Harbour, just off the coast of the bustling city of Sliema, Malta. Constructed in the 18th century by the Knights of Saint John, this star fort is a testament...
0.9 miSE
Cemetery
Ta' Braxia Cemetery, Ħamrun
23 min walk • Ta' Braxia Cemetery is a cemetery in Gwardamanġa, located near the boundary between Pietà and Ħamrun, Malta. It was built between 1855 and 1857 as a multi-denomination burial ground primarily intended for British servicemen, partially replacing a number of earlier 18th century cemeteries.
~1650 ftS
Church, Baroque architecture
St Joseph's Church, Msida
8 min walk • The Parish church of Saint Joseph is a Roman Catholic Baroque parish church located in Msida, Malta.
0.4 miNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Orpheum Theatre, Sliema
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sliema, a bustling coastal town in Malta, the Orpheum Theatre stands as a testament to the island's vibrant arts scene. Known for its elegant architecture and intimate setting, the theatre has become a cultural hub for both locals and tourists...
0.8 miE
Church, Baroque architecture
Chapel of St Anthony of Padua, Sliema
22 min walk • Nestled within the fortified walls of Fort Manoel on the island of Malta, the Chapel of St Anthony of Padua stands as a testament to the island's rich history and religious heritage. This quaint baroque chapel, built in the early 18th century, is a serene sanctuary...
0.7 miS
Church
Church of St Francis of Assisi, Msida
19 min walk • The Church of St Francis of Assisi is a Roman Catholic church in Ħamrun, Malta. It was built between 1952 and 1954.
0.8 miNE
Concerts and shows, Baroque architecture, Theater
Villa Bonici, Sliema
21 min walk • Nestled within the bustling coastal city of Sliema, Villa Bonici stands as a testament to Malta's rich cultural heritage. This historic edifice, dating back to the 19th century, was once a private residence but has since been repurposed to serve as a unique venue for...
0.9 miS
Church
Parish Church of the Immaculate Conception, Ħamrun
23 min walk • The Parish Church of the Immaculate Conception of Our Lady is a Roman Catholic parish church in Ħamrun, Malta. It was built between 1958 and 1963 and it took over the role of an oratory dedicated to the Immaculate Conception which had been established in Ħamrun in 1923. It has been a parish church since 1968.
~240 ftNE
Art Deco architecture
Muscats Motors, Msida
2 min walk • The Muscats Motors showroom, belonging to a car dealership of the same name, is a building located in Gżira, Malta. It was designed by Joseph Colombo in the Streamline Moderne style, and it is the only building of that style in Malta.
0.7 miNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Church of the Holy Trinity, Sliema
17 min walk • The Church of the Holy Trinity is an Anglican church in Sliema...
0.5 miN
Church
Bible Baptist Church, Sliema
13 min walk • The Bible Baptist Church is a Baptist church located in Gżira, Malta.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fawwara Gate?

Nearby attractions include Muscats Motors, Msida (2 min walk), Metropolis Towers, Sliema (2 min walk), Villino Ellul, Msida (7 min walk), Ta' Xbiex, Sliema (8 min walk).

How to get to Fawwara Gate by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fawwara Gate:

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Imperu • Lines: 203, 21, 22, 25, 35, X2 (2 min walk)
Arġens • Lines: 13, 13A, 14, 16, 21, 22, 25, N13 (3 min walk)