Holidays in Gharb

An introduction to Gharb

Step out of the muddle of modern life and get back in touch with something real. Welcome to holidays in Gharb.

It's hard to believe places like this still exist in the pandemonium of hi-tech, hi-speed, hi-blood pressure Europe. Gharb is the quintessential town in a time warp. Gharb simply took one look at the rush and roar in the world around it and said no thanks.

Travel to Gharb and follow in the footsteps of ancients – people lived here since Neolithic times. In fact, this is Gozo's second oldest village. History whispers through every street. Elegantly engraved balconies front homes that are centuries old. The centre of town, the pretty Piazza Taz-Zjara Tal-Madonna, is surrounded on all sides by museums celebrating Gharb's culture as well as the beautiful Baroque church.

Country folk work the land. Blacksmiths mould molten metal. Shepherds watch over grazing flocks. Life is in sync with the rich countryside all around. Slow down in the cosy Santu Pietru, a converted farmhouse. Or on the sun terrace of the huge villa Ta Maxwell.

Get to know Ghrab dining in its few farmhouse restaurants. Or visit its museums – the Folklore Museum and the homes of two local heroes now open to the public. Climb to the top of Dbiegi – Gozo's highest point at 195 metres – and visit the craft village, complete with glass blowing and pottery. Ta'Pinu is an extraordinary shrine and sanctuary, pulling in pilgrims all year round. Take a moment to look through the tributes people have left behind – from motor cycle helmets to letters detailing miracles!

There's nothing quite like Gharb holidays.

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