Għar Għerduf catacombs, Victoria

Name: Għar Għerduf catacombs
Address: Victoria, Malta

#15 among attractions in Victoria

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The Għar Għerduf catacombs at Ta' Kerċem, also known as Għar Gerduf, are the only surviving early Christian catacombs or paleochristian hypogea in Gozo, Malta. Għar Għerduf is a unique Roman burial site in Gozo, which has for centuries attracted the attention of scholars interested in Maltese archaeology. The site was visited by erudite visitors who often included a description of the place as they did for Ġgantija and the Xagħra Stone Circle. ()

Coordinates: 36°2'31"N, 14°13'55"E

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Għar Għerduf catacombs – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. George's Basilica, Cittadella, Gozo Museum of Archaeology, Old Prison.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Għar Għerduf catacombs?

Nearby attractions include Annunciation Chapel, Victoria (3 min walk), Kerċem, Victoria (7 min walk), Church of St Augustine, Victoria (7 min walk), Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Victoria (9 min walk).

How to get to Għar Għerduf catacombs by public transport?

The nearest stations to Għar Għerduf catacombs:

Bus

Ta' Kerċem - Lunzjata • Lines: 313 (3 min walk)
Xkura • Lines: 313 (5 min walk)