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The Citadel
Gozo's historic fortified city rises above Victoria and contains churches, museums, historic buildings and panoramic views across the island.
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Gozo is filled with landmarks that reflect the island's history, architecture, landscape and traditions. Some are ancient archaeological sites, while others are churches, towers, monuments and striking natural features.
Many of Gozo's landmarks are easy to combine with a visit to a village, beach, viewpoint or walking route. Others are destinations in their own right and deserve time to explore.
This guide brings together some of the island's best-known landmarks and provides a starting point for discovering them.
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Ġgantija
One of Gozo's most important prehistoric landmarks, the Ġgantija temples form part of the UNESCO World Heritage property of the Megalithic Temples of Malta.
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Ta' Pinu Basilica
A distinctive basilica standing in open countryside near Għarb, Ta' Pinu is one of Gozo's best-known religious landmarks.
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Dwejra Inland Sea
A dramatic coastal landmark at Dwejra where a sheltered lagoon connects to the open Mediterranean through a natural rock tunnel.
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Fungus Rock
The large limestone rock at the entrance to Dwejra Bay is one of Gozo's most recognisable natural landmarks.
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Xewkija Rotunda
The enormous dome of the Rotunda of St John the Baptist dominates the skyline of Xewkija and is one of Gozo's most impressive architectural landmarks.
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Ġordan Lighthouse
Standing high above the north-western countryside, the Ġordan Lighthouse provides a distinctive landmark and wide views over the surrounding landscape.
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Santa Marija Tower
Built on Comino, the historic tower is one of the most prominent landmarks visible from Gozo's eastern coast.
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Xlendi Tower
The historic coastal watchtower overlooks Xlendi Bay and forms a striking part of the landscape at the entrance to the bay.
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Dwejra Tower
The historic watchtower above Dwejra is closely linked with the dramatic coastal landscape around Fungus Rock and the Inland Sea.
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Calypso Cave
The area above Ramla Bay is associated with the ancient legend of Calypso and provides a famous viewpoint over Gozo's red-sand beach.
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Wied il-Għasri
A narrow natural valley reaching the sea on Gozo's northern coast, surrounded by dramatic limestone scenery.
Explore Wied il-Għasri →Landmarks shaped by history and landscape
Gozo's landmarks are unusually varied. Ancient temples and historic fortifications sit alongside churches, watchtowers and geological features created by the island's limestone landscape.
This mixture means that exploring Gozo's landmarks can take you from prehistoric archaeology to medieval and early modern history and then out into the countryside and along the coast.
Historic landmarks
The Citadel, village churches, coastal towers and prehistoric temples provide some of the clearest evidence of Gozo's long human history. They also help explain the strategic importance of the island and the way its communities developed.
Several of these sites can be combined with the villages and archaeological places already covered elsewhere on e-Malta.
Natural landmarks
Some of Gozo's most memorable landmarks are natural rather than built. Dwejra, Fungus Rock, Wied il-Għasri and the cliffs around the island demonstrate the dramatic relationship between the limestone landscape and the Mediterranean.
Coastal conditions can change quickly, particularly in rough weather. Visitors should keep to established paths and observe local safety information around cliffs and the sea.
Landmarks and viewpoints
Many landmarks are also excellent viewpoints. The Citadel, Ta' Pinu area, Ġordan and the high ground around Dwejra all provide opportunities to see different parts of Gozo's landscape.
For more places chosen specifically for their views, explore the Gozo viewpoints guide .
Frequently asked questions
What are the most famous landmarks in Gozo?
The Citadel, Ġgantija, Ta' Pinu Basilica, Dwejra and Xewkija Rotunda are among the island's best-known landmarks.
Are Gozo's landmarks mostly historic?
No. Gozo has both historic and natural landmarks. Prehistoric temples, churches and watchtowers are found alongside cliffs, valleys, rock formations and dramatic coastal features.
Which Gozo landmark is near Victoria?
The Citadel is in the heart of Victoria and is the most prominent historic landmark in the town.
Which landmarks are near Dwejra?
Dwejra Tower, Fungus Rock and the Dwejra Inland Sea are among the landmarks in the Dwejra area.
Can landmarks be combined with other Gozo attractions?
Yes. Many landmarks are close to villages, beaches, viewpoints, archaeological sites, walks and places to eat, making them easy to combine into a day of exploring.
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