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QALA
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 Qala first referred to in a fifteenth century portolan preserved at the Vatican library has taken its name from the qala or port of Hondoq ir-Rummien. It is the easternmost village of Gozo and has been inhabited since early times. The development of the present settlement began in the second half of the seventeenth century. It is a pleasant and rural place with many natural and historic attractions.
Though Qala is the farthest village from Gozo's capital, Victoria, it is the closest to the rest of the Maltese archipelago, and the rocky hillsides of Qala enjoy an unobstructed view of the islands of Malta and Comino.
 Breath taking scenes can be enjoyed, among other places, from the Qala Belvedere and from the small courtyard in front of the church known as Il-Madonna tal-Blat (Saint Mary of the Rocks). This church faces Comino and legend has it that it was built so that the people of that island could follow Holy Mass from across the straits when rough weather precluded a priest from crossing there.
Except for a few sheltered inlets, like the popular Hondoq Ir-Rummien. Qala's coastline is a rocky trek to which nature and history both have contributed a great deal. Natural gifts include several caves, the prettiest of which is Ghar Minka, which is accessible only by boat.
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USEFUL INFORMATION
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How to go: From Victoria Terminus, Bus nos. 42, 43 (via Nadur)
Interesting Features:
1. Belvedere overlooking the Isle of Comino and Mgarr Harbour
2. Parish Church dedicated to St. Joseph
3. Ancient Chapel dedicated to the Immaculate Conception
4. Road access to Hondoq ir-Rummien Bay
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