Babu Valley, Natural valley in Żurrieq, Malta
Babu Valley is a natural gorge near Żurrieq that extends roughly one kilometer through limestone formations bordered by steep rocky walls. The valley floor displays seasonal plant life and is crossed by several hiking trails.
The valley formed through an ancient river system that shaped Malta's limestone landscape over thousands of years of natural erosion. This geological process created the steep walls and rock formations visible today.
Local people use this valley for outdoor activities and gather here throughout the year to enjoy the open space. The community maintains a presence in the valley through regular visits and recreational use that connects them to the landscape.
Access is through a parking area near Żurrieq village, with marked paths leading into the valley. Wear sturdy footwear and stay on the designated routes to explore the different sections and climbing spots.
The valley contains stone-paved sections and rock-cut stairs from earlier times, showing that people have interacted with this landscape over centuries. These built features reflect the long history of human use at this site.
Location: Żurrieq
Elevation above the sea: 53 m
Address: RFF5+HRG, Triq Wied, Żurrieq, Malta
Phone: +35621689111
GPS coordinates: 35.82222,14.45833
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:02
Malta contains numerous historical sites and natural landscapes away from the main tourist areas. The islands hold prehistoric temple complexes such as Skorba and Ta' Ħaġrat near Mġarr, Roman remains including the Roman Villa at Żejtun and ancient bath sites, and Ghar Dalam, a cave with Ice Age fossil deposits. The geological diversity appears at locations like Il-Maqluba, a natural sinkhole crater, and the Blue Grotto near Żurrieq, while coastal fortifications such as Mistra Battery and the Red Tower document the island's defensive heritage. Religious sites mark the rural areas, including the Chapel of Santa Marija Tal-Virtu in Rabat and the chapels of Qrendi. The Buskett Gardens and San Anton Gardens provide green spaces with historical significance, while Il-Majjistral Nature and History Park protects coastal habitats. Archaeological complexes like Tas-Silġ show layers of Phoenician, Roman and Byzantine settlement. The Victoria Lines near Rabat, an 18th-century defensive wall, and Fort Binġemma demonstrate military architecture from different periods. Gozo adds locations such as Mgarr ix-Xini, a sheltered inlet, and Il-Qolla l-Bajda Battery.
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