Shortletsmalta Magazine 2016 | Page 81

city situated on top of the highest hill of Victoria, reminiscent of Mdina. Until 1637, the island’s inhabitants were required to spend each night inside the Citadel walls, as there were frequent pirate assaults and kidnappings. There is the magnificent Cathedral which is well-worth a visit, as well as several Museums to see, such as the Museum of Archaeology and of Folklore. Take a look from the Citadel’s walls to behold all of Gozo beneath you! Interesting fact: There are also fields in the Citadel, which were designed to provide nourishment should the island be kept under siege inside the Citadel for a long time! 79