The extensive restoration work on the Saint Helen Gate and the surrounding fortification walls in Bormla has been completed.

Spearheaded by the Department of Restoration and Preservation within the Ministry for National Heritage, Arts, and Local Government, this project focused on the walls between the Bastions of San Ġwann tal-Għuxa and Saint Helen within the Santa Margerita fortress.

The work spanned 320 meters of fortification walls and included the restoration of the Saint Helen Gate. With an investment of €1.2 million, the restoration began in April of the previous year and has now been successfully completed.

This completion highlighted the importance of such restoration efforts in preserving Malta's historical fortifications and safeguarding national heritage for future generations. This project is part of a broader initiative to conserve the country’s historical buildings, enhancing the cultural experience for both locals and tourists.

The Saint Helen Gate, a Baroque-style entrance designed by French military engineer Charles François de Mondion, was part of the restoration. The project involved cleaning the stones, preserving the original patina, replacing deteriorated stones, and stabilising damaged sections of the fortification, ensuring the site’s historical integrity and structural stability.

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