Malta Photo Gallery - Gozo Part 3

Attractions on the west side of Gozo can be explored together as they are both on the same bus line. Ta' Pinu was built in 1920-1931 to dedicate a woman who heard the voice of Our Lady at the small chapel that once stood here. Take bus 311 from Victoria to Ixtabi. The bus stop is right at the fork. Go down the other side of the fork and you will see the huge church; you can't miss it.

In 1883, a farm labourer came to pray as she headed home from the fields. She heard a female voice calling her to say three Hail Marys. She told the story to a friend, who mentioned he had heard voices there, too, and the chapel became a pilgrimage site.

By the 1920s, the chapel was too small to handle the crowds, and a new church was built in front of the old chapel, which is still intact behind the altar.

Those with bigger wallets can skip the walk by taking the tourist bus that stops right at the door.

Otherwise, head back the way you came to the bus stop. The same bus will continue towards Dwejra, the final stop. This stretch of coastline is famous for its rocks and the Inland Sea. The Azure Window rock arch was destroyed in a storm in 2017 though.

Take the small boats through the cave out to sea for a better look, although it can get choppy out there.

After the short cruise, explore the coastline on foot as well. As the buses back to Victoria don't depart frequently, research the schedule beforehand and budget your time accordingly.