Our beloved Gozo

Gozo, Malta's Sister Island, lies to the northwest of Malta. It measures just over sixty-seven square kilometres, slightly bigger than Bermuda and roughly equal in size to Hong Kong Island.

The Island's economy was traditionally based on agriculture and fisheries, but in these recent years tourism has become more economically important. It is however agriculture that is responsible for the island's character and appearance.

The Maltese Islands are located in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea. Our strategic location, on the trading route between Europe and Africa, has caused the Maltese Islands to be occupied and inhabited by several civilizations over the last 3000 years. Every occupier has left behind some influence in the form of culture, language and architecture. This resulted in the Maltese Islands' extremely interesting history and rich heritage. It is assumed however that the first humans settled on the islands around 4000 BC.

There are many interesting historical monuments one can visit in Gozo. Gozo boasts the oldest free standing structure in the world, the Ggantija Temples, which date further back than 3000 BC. The citadel in Victoria was built by the Arabs and hosts several museums and a cathedral. A walk around the citadel's bastions is a must. Stunning panoramic views of the island from there give away the actual size of Gozo since the Mediterranean Sea can be seen all around

The true allure of Gozo remains in its natural rugged beauty. Both over and under water one can witness this miracle of nature.

Gozo boasts many fine restaurants with local and foreign cuisine. Having been occupied by so many nations and exposed to so many civilisations in the past, the Gozitans have kept all the best cooking secrets of each nation and have formed some of the best meals in the world.

Additional Information:

Click here if you would like to know more about the history of the Maltese Islands.

Click here for information about Gozo's beaches.