The set of defensive walls and fortifications preserved in excellent condition. The first building was erected in 1552. Fort of St. Elma - the construction of the rest of the fortifications began in 1566. The defensive walls and fortifications were extended and modified until 1856, in which Fort Lascaris was built. Valletta's fortifications are on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The ruling rulers of Malta took control of shipping and trade in the central Mediterranean, which harmed Turkey's interests. The then sultan Suleiman the Magnificent decided to conquer the island. The siege lasted from May to September 1565. Despite the military advantage, the Turks did not manage to capture the island defended by Grand Master Jean de Valette. It was he who a year later laid the foundation stone for the construction of a new, strongly fortified city, which was named in his honor Valletta.
The Valletta project, which has been the capital of Malta since 1571, was the work of the Italian architect Francesco Laparelli. The city was not attacked until 1798, when after three days of defense surrendered to Napoleon's army.
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