March
"The temple of Ggantija goes back 7000 years..."
The month of March is considered a turning stone when it comes to the weather.
How’s the weather in Gozo during March?
In March the weather is usually fine with some wind occasionally. The temperature will start to rise gradually and on sunny days it will even feel warm in the sunshine during the day.
What to do in Gozo during March?
The weather tends to be rather good during the day. This provides good opportunities to venture around the island of Gozo. For all the adventurous hikers, Gozo provides a vast selection of walking trails. Most of the trails pass alongside the coast line and offer splendid views of beaches and coastal formation. However, trails which are more focus inland are not second in quality. These will pass through valleys and countryside. At this time of year one can enjoy a colourful scenery as most valleys will still be with an abundant amount of water after the winter’s raining period. The stepped fields along the hill’s slopes will be green with grass and wild colourful flowers dotting the scenery.
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Are there religious celebrations in Gozo during March?
During the month of march the main religious celebration is of Saint Gregory. This feast is celebrated in the village of Ta’ Kercem. Commencing the event is a celebration mass which takes place at the village main church. Afterwards, a procession with the Saint statue will follow. This travels through numerous streets around the village, accompanied by the village band. Several residents and visitors like to follow behind the procession. Embellishing the joyful atmosphere, a variety of fireworks will also be fired in the nearby.
Where to have lunch in Gozo?
Having lunch in Gozo is the least of your problems. The best way to satisfy your hunger is to try some local pastries. These can be easily found in small shops, scattered around Gozo. Items like, ftira, qassata, and the famous pastizzi are best served warmed, and enjoyed while sitting on a public bench watching the daily commuters make their way through the day’s hassle.
Is Ggantija in Gozo worth visiting?
Yes, it is a must. The temple of Ggantija goes back 7000 years, in a time where the Egyptian pyramids haven’t yet made it to the drawing board.
The temple is built with enormous stones which originated from the south of Gozo. According to local myths, giants have brought the rocks from the south to the hill of Xaghra to construct the temple. It was later revealed that the past inhabitants of the island have made a series of large balls out of solid rock. These were used as transportation for the large stones to make up the temple.
Visiting the archaeological visit, you will understand the skills and talent of the early residents of Gozo. The museum near the site showcase relics and artifacts which were found on site during research and excavations. A number of small statues are present in the museum. These depict the goddess the people used to worship.
