| Page Views: 4,439 Last Visit to Gozo: August, 2006 | Gwl, Gaulos, Gaudos, Ghawdex... Gozo by Diana75 - last update: Dec 8, 2006 |
The second inhabited island of the Maltese archipelago, Gozo is 67 sqkm in size and lies approximately 6 km northwest of the nearest point of Malta.
A ferryboat and a helicopter services are the only connections from Malta to Gozo.
Gozo's name changed during the centuries, from Gwl, the name of their particular sailing ships, how the Phoenicians probably called it, to Gaulos and Gaudos used by the Greeks and the Romans respectively and to the one of Gozo during the Aragonese and Castilian rule. Local population used instead the current Maltese name of Ghawdex.
Gozo has also a long and interesting history. According to legend, the island has a certain connection with Calypso as this is considered Homer's isle of Ogygia where the nymph held the Greek hero Odysseus her companion for seven years. She promised him immortality if he stayed with her forever, but was spared by God Zeus who demanded his release.
All roads in Gozo lead to the capital city of Victoria, also called by the locals Rabat. The ancient Citadel of Victoria, the site of a Roman temple, is the islands most important point of interest.
But Gozo has far much more to offer: megalithic temples, stunning churches, picturesque bays, natural wonders... |
> Add to your Custom Travel Guide [What's This?]
Diana75's Gozo Travel Tips
 Comments for Diana75 about Gozo | | | | |
Arkeolog Thu Feb 19, 2009 10:52 UTC
Diana, you brought back my Gozo memories. Bora | neodue Sun Feb 1, 2009 18:31 UTC
Diana, Very good tips about the island.And nice photos.Very exciting tips.Cheers from Istanbul | Fam.Rauca Sun Jul 27, 2008 14:29 UTC
This is a wonderful page with a lot of splendid images and very interesting tips. Good wishes from Vienna! Gabriela | babettu Sun Jun 24, 2007 17:12 UTC
Nice photos and very good info, welldone ! ! Stephen |
|
- Kempinski San Lawrenz Resort & Spa
Triq Ir-Rokon, San Lawrenz, Island of Gozo, GRB 104, Malta, Gozo
- Saint Patrick's Hotel
Xlendi Bay, Xlendi, Island of Gozo, VCT 115, Malta, Gozo
|
email me
add as friend
