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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Xagħra

6 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Xagħra, Malta

Updated February 5, 2025

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Ġgantija Temples

Xagħra, Malta

Ġgantija Temples

These temples are among the oldest free-standing stone buildings in the world.
Xerri’s Grotto.

Xagħra, Malta

Xerri’s Grotto

A small cave network was discovered under a home in Xagħra, in 1924 when the owner was digging a well.
Ninu’s Cave

Xagħra, Malta

Ninu’s Cave

In 1888, a resident of Xagħra, Malta, discovered a small underground chamber filled with stalactites and stalagmites when digging a well.
The Ulysses Lodge overlooks Ramla Bay in the background.

Xagħra, Malta

Ulysses Lodge

Hike up to this abandoned hotel for one of the best panoramic views of the island of Gozo.
The Ta’ Kola Windmill.

Xagħra, Malta

Ta' Kola Windmill

This is one of the very few intact windmills built by the Knights of St. John in the island nation of Malta.
Sansuna’s Rock.

Xagħra, Malta

Sansuna’s Rock

Local legend associates this large limestone chunk with a giantess, but archeologists say it may be the remains of a neolithic burial chamber.
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The bench that plays a sample of opera music from Gozo.

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