Filfla

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Filfla is a small, mostly barren, uninhabited islet 4.5 kilometres south of Malta, and is the most southerly point of the Maltese Archipelago. filflu, a small rocky islet some 101 metres southwest of Filfla, has the southernmost point of Malta. The name is believed to come from felfel, the Arabic for a peppercorn. ()

Alternative names: Area: 14.83 acres (0.0232 mi²)Maximum elevation: 197 ftTotal islands: 2Archipelago: Maltese islandsCoordinates: 35°47'15"N, 14°24'36"E

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Filfla – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Blue Grotto, Ħaġar Qim, Mnajdra, Għar Lapsi.

3.5 miNE
Caverns in scenic, coastal surrounds
Blue Grotto
90 min walk • Nestled on the coast of the island of Malta, the Blue Grotto is a stunning natural wonder that has captivated visitors for centuries. This complex of sea caves, located near the village of Wied iz-Zurrieq in the southern part of the island, is renowned for its dazzling...
3.3 miNE
Ancient temple ruins dating from 3200 BC
Ħaġar Qim, Qrendi
85 min walk • Nestled in the rugged landscape of Qrendi, Malta, the prehistoric temple complex of Ħaġar Qim stands as a testament to the island's rich and enigmatic history. This megalithic site, dating back to approximately 3600-3200 BC, is one of the most remarkable...
3.1 miNE
Megalithic limestone temple complex
Mnajdra, Qrendi
79 min walk • Mnajdra is a megalithic temple complex found on the southern coast of the Mediterranean island of Malta. Mnajdra is approximately 497 metres from the Ħaġar Qim megalithic complex.
2.9 miN
Nature, Outdoor activities, Natural attraction
Għar Lapsi, Siġġiewi
74 min walk • Għar Lapsi is a small bay near Siġġiewi, Malta. It lies about 1 km south-west of the Blue Grotto.
4.4 miN
Temple
Laferla Cross, Malta Island
111 min walk • The Laferla Cross is an early 20th-century religious landmark on the outskirts of Siggiewi, in Malta. It is situated on a hill close to the Chapel of the Annunciation and the Cemetery of Saint Theodore.
4.2 miNE
Church, Baroque architecture
Parish Church of the Assumption, Qrendi
107 min walk • The Church of the Assumption is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Qrendi, Malta.
3.1 miNE
Tower
Ħamrija Tower, Malta Island
79 min walk • Ħamrija Tower, originally known as Torre della Pietra Nigra and also known locally as Torri ta' Rsejjen, is a small watchtower in Qrendi, Malta. It was completed in 1659 as the twelfth of the De Redin towers. The tower was restored by Heritage Malta and it is now in good condition.
3.2 miN
Climbing
Xaqqa Cliffs, Siġġiewi
82 min walk • The West of il-Ħaġra s-Sewda to ix-Xaqqa Cliffs Important Bird Area comprises a 4 ha linear strip of cliffed coastline at Siġġiewi, on the southern coast of the main island of Malta, in the Maltese archipelago of the Mediterranean Sea. Its steep and rugged cliffs rise from sea level to a height of 68 m.
4.2 miNE
Tower
Wardija Tower, Żurrieq
107 min walk • Wardija Tower, originally known as Torre della Guardia di Giorno and also known as Bubaqra Tower, is a small watchtower in the limits of Żurrieq, Malta. It was completed in June 1659 as the thirteenth of the De Redin towers. Wardija Tower was the last coastal watchtower to be built on the main island of Malta.
3.3 miNE
Tower
Sciuta Tower, Malta Island
84 min walk • Sciuta Tower, also known as Sciutu Tower or Wied iż-Żurrieq Tower, is a small watchtower in Qrendi, Malta. It was completed in 1638 as the fifth of the Lascaris towers. The tower was restored by Din l-Art Ħelwa.
4.1 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Ta' Dmejrek, Malta Island
105 min walk • Ta' Dmejrek is the highest point of Malta, located on the Dingli Cliffs, with an elevation of 253 metres.