Floriana Lines
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Opened | 1636 |
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Owners | Government of Malta |
Material | Limestone |
Battles and wars | Siege of Malta (1798–1800 |
Built | 1636–18th century |
Architects | Pietro Paolo Floriani |
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ID | 3022288 |
About Floriana Lines
The Floriana Lines are a line of fortifications in Floriana, Malta, which surround the fortifications of Valletta and form the capital city's outer defences. Construction of the lines began in 1636 and they were named after the military engineer who designed them, Pietro Paolo Floriani.