Gourgion Tower main entrance

Gourgion Tower main entrance

Gourgion Tower main entrance

This close-up captures the ornate main entrance of the historic Gourgion Tower, demolished in 1943. The detailed stone carving features an intricately sculpted coat of arms above the entrance, embodying the tower's aristocratic origins. Below the emblem, the date "1689" is flanked by a skull and crossbones, adding a symbolic reminder of the impermanence of life.

National Archives Reference Number: 0464
Locality
Locality
Xewkija
Year
Year
circa 1943
Source(s)
Source(s)
National Archives Gozo

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