Madliena Tower
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Madliena Tower is a fortification on the island of Malta built by the Knights of Malta. It is a small fortification, primarily a watchtower. It stands on high ground above the shore west of Ras L-Irqieqa on the north shore of Malta.
It is one of a chain of towers that permitted communication between Gozo and the Knights headquarters in Valletta.
To the west the tower has sight of St Mark's Tower, and to the east St George's Tower.
After the British gained control of Malta, this tower continued to serve as a military installation. At one time a rifled muzzle loading (RML) gun was mounted on the roof.
The tower still stands and appears to be in reasonable condition.
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