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The awesome! Beach for mostly kids as respect to the safety and views What wiki says about a this xlendi bay Xlendi is a village in Malta situated in the southwest of the island of Gozo. It is surrounded by the villages of Munxar, Fontana and Kerċem. The village is administered by Munxar, but has its own coat of arms and motto. From March 2010, Xlendi has had its own 5-person "mini council" responsible for the main activities of the area. The name Xlendi is of Byzantine origin as it is named after a galley of the period, that was wrecked along the coast, whic was called Shilandi. Evidence of this was retrieved near the entry of the bay, at the bottom of the sea, in the 1960s. Since then the site has become a popular diving site. Also, tombs dating from Punic-Byzantine times were found in Xlendi, some at St. Simon Point (under St. Simon Street) and some others in Xlendi Valley. Romans used to port in Xlendi as it has features that can protect from the wind for its cliffs around the bay. In the middle of the bay there is a reef which caused many shipwrecks. These sunken ships left a large number of Roman amphorae on the seabed in the mouth of the bay. The Xlendi Tower guarding the mouth of the bay was built by the Grandmaster Juan de Lascaris-Castellar on 29 June 1650. This was built so pirates or Turks could not launch attacks from this bay. This tower is still standing. It has, until recently, been abandoned with substantial damage caused to the outer walls of the tower. Responsibility for the tower was passed to the Local Council and Din l-Art Ħelwa in 2010. As of August 2020, restoration works were commenced on the outer structure. The Tower was quite important for the British Army in Malta as it was the only tower in the southwest of the island. It was entitled Tower B (secondly in place) to show its importance. It is strange that Xlendi in the middle 17th century had a total of 4 chapels. These were: St Simon Chapel (St Simon Point) which also had a cemetery and when profaned, the bishop ordered that a stone cross should be carved in the rocks; St Domenica which was an underground chapel located roughly on the cliffs over the valley of Xlendi on the side of Munxar and was difficult to reach, so it was profaned soon after it was established; St Catherine was established over Xlendi on the cliffs on the side of the village of Kercem. It was built over a cliff which bears the same name. It is said that there was a small community in the area of this chapel; 'Vizitazzjoni ta' Forn il-Gir' was not much visited by people. It was established between Munxar and Xlendi but very little is known about it. All of these chapels were profaned between the 1650s and the 1680s. The church, dedicated to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, was dedicated in 1974, but some parts of the building are far older, dating to 1868. Every year, on the first Sunday of September, a feast dedicated to the patron saint is held. In the Afternoon, water games are held at the bay with the traditional 'nostra', a greasy pole which the players have to walk on to catch a flag. In the evening a procession with the statue of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is held around Xlendi. Underground Emergency In 1955, the Xlendi mill was excavated into the cliffs, situated behind the Mount Carmel church. The excavation was a huge undertaking, which consisted firstly of an entrance tunnel, some 30 meters long, 2.5 meters high and 3 meters wide, leading into a large chamber. This chamber was divided into three floors and housed the storage, grinding and milling equipment. At the rear of the mill is the silo, having a storage capacity of approximately 1,000 tons of wheat, and connected to the milling machinery by mechanical augers. An 80 hp diesel engine and alternator supplied power. Entrances from above can also access the silo. The Mill was built when the Cold War was escalating when th nuclear conflict was possible. This Mill was nuclear safe. But this mill was never used after being built. This village has a great topography with quite steep cliffs on the side and a valley

YOUSUF ALIYOUSUF ALI

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We stayed just up the road at Cesca Boutique Hotel so we spent a good amount of time exploring Xlendi. Plenty of places to eat but don't skip Ta' Karolina. It's very good. If you take the stairs on the right all the way to the end you can get in and out of the water. This used to be where nuns would swim amd that's why you'll see a gate before you go through the tunnel. Around the left side is a nice jumping platform. This is a fun area to lay around. If you look up from there the restaurant has a great view worthy of a sunset drink or meal. We went twice. If you keep going down the walking path you will cross the water and go up to the Xlendi Tower and Xlendi Cliffs. You'll find Salt Pans and if you keep walking you'll get to the highest cliffs in Gozo called Sannap Cliff (393ft). It's an incredible view you don't want to miss.

Chad WilliamsChad Williams

10

My first impression was "Portofino #2". If the conveniences of nearby bars and restaurants are what one is looking for, then welcome, there are several excellent places on the edges of the small beach, you can swim and immediately find yourself seated 30 secs later. If, on the other hand, one is looking for a secluded, quiet beach, there are better places, not only in Gozo but also in Malta. The beach is indeed tiny. However, the place is very well organized and one can jump into the water from the side walkway or get in from comfortable stairs. As nice as the sea is, I found the walks nearby quite impressive. So is the local scuba diving center, which is very well organized,featuring all sorts of outings for both experienced and beginner divers.

Luca CelatiLuca Celati

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Absolutely stunning view...let's start with parking .. there are parking spots just before the bay with a stone throw distance, restaurants along both sides of the bay, you have to walk through their gazebo style tents to the other side. If you stand in front of the bay on to your right hand side there is a climb with steep steps. This will take you to the top along the side of the bay. And the foot path lead right to a cave opening on the other side well worth the hike . And the opposite side walk will take you right to the other side where the xlendi tower. Amazing views there are some boat operator s servicing private hires .. great to explore

Yassa WadugeYassa Waduge

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Honestly, Malta in general is not accurately represented and this beach/town is no different. First there is no beach but if you walk around a bit more there is a beautiful walk on the cliffs. The beauty of cliffs is where it ends. The whole island of Gozo and the main island is one giant construction sight. It doesn't matter where you stay you will be surrounded by cranes and construction. Nothing but empty unfinished buildings. Basically the islands look like there was a boom of housing projects that were abandoned. Can not recommend this country at all if you are looking to spend time on lovely island.

penny kingpenny king

100

One of my top places to go in Gozo. While the tiny beach area is not great (Very small and stony) there are plenty of places to sunbath and swim slightly further away from the shore. There are lots of places to eat with a few shops and ice cream vendors. There is a swimming area up the side of the bay which is very deep and has a diving platform for public use. There are also a lot of activities to do: one can rent pedalos, kayaks and even paddle boarding. There is also a bus stop which can take you to Victoria.

James LeslieJames Leslie

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