Birgu

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BIRGU - CITTÀ VITTORIOSA

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Origin/meaning

The town was named the victorious city as it withstood the Turkish Siege in the 1565. This is also reflected in the arms.

Literature : Malta - Cities, towns and villages. Poster published by Valletta Publishing, Malta