Gharb:

Gharb is probably one of the oldest Gozitan villages, where various archaeological excavations exposed the remains of Neolithic and Bronze Age settlements in the area. The Phoenicians were early settlers, but the name Gharb is purely Arabic, denoting the establishment of an early but organised community during Arab domination between 870 and 1090 AD. However, names of early Christian devotion such as St. Demetrius and St.Publius, indicate that pre-Arab Roman and Byzantine settlements existed before this westerly village took its present name.

Interrests:

Gharb is regarded as having one of the most picturesque and quaint squares in the whole of Malta.

Gharb Church: As well as the square being highly regarded, Gharb church (Church of the Visitation of Our Lady to St Elizabeth) is also regarded as being one of the finest in the whole of the Malta. It doesn't suffer from the over-sized, over-grandness of many other churches, having a beautiful symmetry in its curved baroque face.

Floklore Museum: The Għarb Folklore Museum is a privately owned unique early 18th century historical house with 28 rooms. A tour of these rooms gives the visitor a glimpse of times gone by with exhibits such as the miller's room, an antique press room, a carpenter's workshop and a myriad of other memories from Gozo's past.  The Għarb Folklore Museum (found at Pjazza Zjara tal-Madonna) is a private owned museum found in the core of the village. Its 28 rooms are full of all kind of antique tools and artifacts. It is really worth visiting. Mon to Sat: 9.00a.m. - 4.00 p.m.; Sunday: 9.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m.  Entrance Fee:  €2.91 (Lm1.25) 99 Pjazza il-Knisja, Gharb, Island of Gozo, Malta Tel: (+356) 2156 1929

San Dimitri Chapel:This chapel is built on the edge of a promontory in Għarb, close to a cliff called Ras San Mitri (St. Demetrius’ Cape) not far from Ta’ Ġurdan Lighthouse. It can be approached by walk only through the beautiful country lanes, 20 mms walk from the Church.

Ta Pinu Basilic: The most popular Shrine on Gozo, the one dedicated to Our Lady of Ta' Pinu also lies within the perimeter of Gharb. This architectural masterpiece was built next to an old chapel (still existing), where it is profoundly believed that back in 1883, Our Lady has spoken to a devotee from Gharb named Karmni Grima. Ta' Pinu Sanctuary is a place of great devotion and is of national importance. Numerous pilgrims, both locals and tourists visit Ta' Pinu Shrine all year round. The main painting of the church depicts the Assumption to the Heavens of Our Lady, and is the same painting that was enshrined in the old medieval chapel.

Oldest Stone Circle in the Maltese Islands: also remains of Neolithic and Bronze Age settlements in the area. Not accessible by car, walk from San Dimitri Chapel, pass the farm and follow the track to the north. A beautiful meditation spot.

Ta’ Dbiegi Crafts Village: The Ta'Dbiegi Crafts Village, between Gharb and St Lawrenz, is the only crafts center on Gozo. There you can watch local craftsmen working on their skills and purchase souvenirs.

Raphael Labro 's Atelier: Permanent Modern Art exhibition, you can meet the artist (+356) 9985 5103.

Beautiful walks through the fields to the Mediterranean Sea.... 

Out & About

French Ambassador on visit to Gharb

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Gharb Local Council:

Triq il-Vizitazzjoni, Gharb - GRB 1044 Tel. No.: 21-560-556 Fax. No.: 21-562-727 Email: This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it