Hidden Gozo Gems

From kayaking along dramatic coastlines to snorkelling in turquoise bays, discover why Qala is one of Gozo's most exciting destinations for sea lovers. Nestled on the eastern tip of Gozo, the charming village of Qala offers much more than traditional village life, beautiful countryside, and breathtaking views of the Maltese archipelago. Its spectacular coastline, hidden coves, and crystal-clear Mediterranean waters make it a wonderful destination for water sports enthusiasts

This circular route starts and ends at Il-Port tal-Imġarr (L-Imġarr Harbour) walking through the three villages of Il-Qala, In-Nadur and Għajnsielem and visiting the bay of Ħondoq ir-Rummien. The scenic walk takes on some beautiful views over to Comino as you walk up from sea level to Il-Qala Belvedere as well as far reaching views from the Maltese Garden located on the high plateau of In-Nadur surrounding Kenuna Tower. Although the walking is relatively easy, mainly on estab

This circular walk starts and ends in In-Nadur. It leads from In-Nadur to the plateau of Il-Qortin t’Isopu where, towards the sea you can see the Ta’ Sopu Watchtower surrounded by wonderful garrigue terrain known for its wild rock roses and endemic Maltese spurge. There is also a panoramic view over the rocky coastline and the blue waters of the north-eastern coast. The route then takes you to Daħlet Qorrot bay, skirting Mistra Rocks – a rocky shore. Admiring the wonderful vi

The Parish Church of St Joseph stands at the heart of Qala, both physically and culturally, overlooking the village’s main square and shaping its skyline with an unmistakable dome and twin bell towers. More than simply a place of worship, the church reflects the story of a growing Gozitan community in the late nineteenth century and remains one of eastern Gozo’s most recognisable landmarks. Qala Parish Church is dedicated to St. Joseph. A Parish Born from Growth Qala became a

The Qala Belvedere is one of the most scenic public viewpoints in Gozo, located on the eastern edge of the village of Qala. The word belvedere literally means “beautiful view” , and this spot is widely considered one of the finest panoramic outlooks on the island. Location & Setting Positioned above Mgarr Harbour , the main ferry gateway to Gozo. Faces directly toward: Comino, the Blue Lagoon area, and the northern coast of Malta. It sits along the village edge near residen

Apart from enjoying a lovely view over Comino and a beautiful coastline, Ħondoq ir-Rummien Bay has some of the cleanest and clearest waters around the Maltese islands. The bay proves popular with locals and tourists alike - and it’s not hard to see why! Offering both a sandy beach as well as a rocky section made more accessible for bathers by ladders, the bay lies directly opposite the island of Comino and is reached through the village of Qala. Hondoq ir-Rummien Bay, Qala Th

The chapel of the Immaculate Conception of Our Lady. Located in Triq il-Kuncizjoni between Qala and Hondoq Bay (Ħondoq ir-Rummien) in eastern Gozo, the chapel known as Tal-Hondoq is one of the earliest Marian shrines on the island and dates back to 1575. Immaculate Conception Chapel, Qala It is dedicated to the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary. The feast is celebrated on the 8th December and the festa statue of the saint was sculptured in Marseilles by Gallard et Fils

Sitting on the edge of a large slice of land at the eastern-most tip of Gozo, this 290-year-old Knights-era military outpost is one of only two coastal batteries on Malta's sister island that survive. St. Anthony’s Battery was built as a gun battery for the defence of the coast and the channel between Gozo and Comino. A UNIQUE BATTERY IN QALA POINT St. Anthony’s Battery is found in this wind-swept, rugged coastal area of Qala in Gozo. The area on which this fort is built is k

You might have seen them around the Maltese islands, but did you ever wonder why stone columns topped with a cross were built? In this article we take a look at the devotional stone cross of Qala and its legend, older pillar crosses erected in memory of churches that no longer exist, as well as the evolution of stone columns and columnar monuments throughout Malta’s history. Their origins take us back to much longer than we might have thought - to prehistoric times - where we