Ħalfa Rock, Limestone islet near Qala, Malta
This small limestone formation extends over 0.48 hectares in the Mediterranean Sea, measuring 95 meters in length and 50 meters in width.
The circular fougasse structure on the rock forms part of the Tal-Qassis ridge defense system, which protected the Maltese coastline in past centuries.
The rock earned its name from Ottoman admiral Dragut who, according to local stories, stood there after his brother's death on the island of Gozo.
Visitors need to arrange boat transportation to reach the islet, as it sits approximately 65 meters from the south coast of the Qala municipality.
The rock supports an isolated population of the Maltese Wall Lizard and acts as a marker during the annual Malta-Gozo-Malta Open Water Swimming Competition.
Location: Qala
Part of: Malta
GPS coordinates: 36.02917,14.33083
Latest update: March 4, 2025 11:32
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