All roads in Gozo lead to Victoria, also known as Rabat, which is where the fortified citadel sits atop a summit. Victoria is not just the geographic heart of Gozo, but also the centre of everyday activity. It manages to combine the bustle of its market and shops with a relaxed and sociable atmosphere. It is a great place to watch the Islanders go about their day, especially when the main market square, It-Tokk, comes to life. The town also has a thriving cultural life all its own, with some surprising attractions ranging from opera to horse races in the main street on festa day.The rest of island is composed of a number of villages of varying size. Some perched on hills, others located down by the coast, they all have a distinct personality and something of interest to offer.For information about the major towns and villages of Gozo, click on the links below or go to the Interactive Map of the Maltese Islands: Victoria and Cittadella Fontana Ghajnsielem Gharb Ghasri Kercem Marsalforn Mgarr Munxar Nadur Qala San Lawrenz Sannat Santa Lucija Ta' Cenc Xaghra Xewkija Xlendi Zebbug
All roads in Gozo lead to Victoria, also known as Rabat, which is where the fortified citadel sits atop a summit.
Victoria is not just the geographic heart of Gozo, but also the centre of everyday activity. It manages to combine the bustle of its market and shops with a relaxed and sociable atmosphere. It is a great place to watch the Islanders go about their day, especially when the main market square, It-Tokk, comes to life. The town also has a thriving cultural life all its own, with some surprising attractions ranging from opera to horse races in the main street on festa day.
The rest of island is composed of a number of villages of varying size. Some perched on hills, others located down by the coast, they all have a distinct personality and something of interest to offer.
For information about the major towns and villages of Gozo, click on the links below or go to the Interactive Map of the Maltese Islands: