Separated from Malta by five kilometres of clear, blue sea lays its sister island Gozo. Smaller, more rural, and quieter than its larger neighbour Gozo is one of the most untouched islands in the whole of the Mediterranean.
The laid-back ambience is tangible as soon as you arrive on the island, where the pace of life is as unhurried as it has been for generations. The daily rhythms of life are dictated by the seasons, fishing and agriculture.
Gozo's spectacular coastline and rugged charm make it a walker's paradise and the whole island cries out to be explored. Inland, stone farmhouses dot the landscape while the island's villages have a timeless quality, a tranquillity treasured by the locals and respected by visitors.
Warm and welcoming, Gozitans are known for their hospitality and the village bars and cafes offer excellent options for a spot of lunch or cool refreshment.
Meanwhile, Gozo's seascape cannot be ignored as it is not only breathtaking, it is also shrouded in mythology. Calypso's cave, carved into the steep cliffs above Ramla Bay, is where Odysseus was said to have been seduced by the love-sick nymph Calypso in Homer's epic The Odyssey.
There are numerous idyllic coves, bays of red sand and sheltered, shallow waters, or fantastic rock formations such as the striking Azure Window and Dwejra's sheer, dramatic cliffs to visit. Gozo's shores offer ample opportunities for sailing, fishing, snorkelling and swimming, not to mention some amazing diving potential.
A trip to Gozo would not be complete without a visit to the Citadel, the heart of the island both physically and spiritually. This particular walled metropolis has stood here for centuries but a citadel has existed on this site since Roman times. Hauntingly beautiful, the Citadel is home to a fine Baroque cathedral encircled by bastion walls and offers incredible panoramic views over the entire enchanting island.
