Top Things to do in Island of Gozo
9 Historic Sites in Island of Gozo That You Shouldn't Miss
Part of the Maltese archipelago, Gozo is the second-largest of the seven-island chain and basks in the Mediterranean off the coast of Sicily. More rural than its sister island, Malta, Gozo has a population of 31,000. Home to some of the oldest religious structures in the world, the fascinating Ggantija temples, the island offers dramatic orange-red sands and perfect snorkeling waters at striking Ramla Bay. Rickety buses ply Gozo's roads, making getting about the island an exciting component of your trip.
Restaurants in Island of Gozo
1. St. George's Basilica
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4.5 based on 415 reviews
Reviewed By genur001 - Victoria, Malta
Visiting this Basilica you will see the beautiful paintings on the ceiling and the magnificent gilded things it has got. What about the beautiful statue of the Patron Saint of St. George. If you want to celebrate a nice feast with the well welcoming people of this parish church you have to come on the second week of July to enjoy this feast. A whole week of festivities , marches around the streets of Victoria the Capital City and enjoying the fireworks.
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3. The Citadel
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4.5 based on 3,102 reviews
Reviewed By faustinol389 - Ingoldmells, United Kingdom
Standing upon the high medieval northern walls of the Citadella, the view is 360 degrees of magnificence. Outside the walls, a large stretch of rocky terrain, decorated with grand churches and cathedrals acting sentinel as the crystal sea lies dormant in the back ground. Within the walls, you can see the history unravel and feel at one with the many battles and hardships the Citadella has both withstood and crumbled to. A must see to anyone who desires to expand their historical knowledge and engage with fantastic views!
4. Ggantija Megalithic Temples
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4.0 based on 1,685 reviews
Consisting of two temples which date back to between 3600 and 3200 BC, the Ġgantija Temples are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The site is considered as one of the oldest free standing monuments in the world, preceding Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids. Some of the megaliths of the Ġgantija Temples exceed five metres in length and weigh over fifty tons. Entrance to the Ġgantija Temples is from a newly constructed Interpretation Centre that provides visitors with the opportunity to explore various aspects related to life in the Neolithic Period. The centre is also home to a selection of the most significant finds discovered at various prehistoric sites in Gozo.
Reviewed By Abacus3 - California, United States
Ggantija—is a megalithic temple complex. Over 5500 years old, the “Giantess” is the oldest standing building on the planet. This UNESCO site has intriguing ruins, an excellent museum, and a small gift shop. A bonus is the magnificent views of the countryside and neighboring villages. Located in Xagħra, Gozo, take a 10-minute direct bus from the Victoria Bus Terminal.
5. Santu Wistin
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4.0 based on 5 reviews
6. Ta' Kola Windmill
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4.0 based on 356 reviews
Ta' Kola Windmill in Xaghra, Gozo, is one of the few surviving windmills on the Maltese Islands dating back to the Knights' Period. Its origins go back to 1725 during the magistracy of Grand Master Manoel de Vilhena (1722-36). Nowadays, the windmill houses one of the largest known collections of tools, some of which were manufactured by the last miller who lived inside the mill. The site offers a glimpse into the traditional rural life of the locals during the past centuries.
Reviewed By LAHLAH50
We had a ticket for this and Ggantija and nearly did not come to the mill but it is a great little museum and well worth visiting. Lots of interesting tools and history, including a short history of food production in the region.
7. Dwejra Tower
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4.0 based on 63 reviews
The Dwejra Tower was built in 1652 and is one of the Lascaris Towers. Originally, the intention behind its construction was for it to act as a watchtower and guard the surrounding areas from oncoming enemies, most especially pirate landings. In 1999, renovation was completed by Din l-Art Helwa and it is now open for the public.
Reviewed By 70ish - Worcester, United Kingdom
The tower is another off the coastal defences built around Malta and Gozo. Unfortunately we didn't have time to go in but the views are stunning and must he pretty spectacular after climbing the tower
