Għajn Barrani
Cliffs in Malta
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Għajn Barrani (English: Foreigner’s Spring) is a stretch of cliffs located along the north of Gozo, Malta, from Marsalforn to Ramla Bay. The area consists of flat terrain, rocks and clay slopes.[1][2]
It contains a hidden beach due to its secluded position.[3][4]
History
During the Invasion of Gozo in 1551, the Ottoman Turks used to stop with their galleys at Għajn Barrani due to the fresh water arising from its springs.[5] It is assumed that the name Għajn Barrani originates from this event.
Wildlife
Għajn Barrani contains various native trees, including pears, plums, olive trees and grape vines.[6] The clay slopes also have a range of endemic species, including Hyoseris frutescens[7], Matthiola incana[8], Trifolium squamosum, Ononis oligophylla,[9] Juncus acutus,[1] Darniella melitensis[10] and Atriplex halimus.
Protection status
Għajn Barrani is enlisted as a protected area by Natura 2000.[1][11][12]
Gallery
Passage view of Għajn Barrani
Flat terrain in Għajn Barrani
Landscape in Għajn Barrani
