Nadur

36.0375414.29429Koordinaten: 36 ° 2 ' N, 14 ° 18'

Nadur (or In - Nadur ) is a city in the northeastern part of the island of Gozo, which belongs to the Republic of Malta. It has 4220 inhabitants (as of 31 December 2010).

History

The Maltese word " nadur " in German means "Outlook" and is derived from the Arabic word " Nadara " from. Hence it is also the motto of the city.

There are no archaeological documents by their first inhabitants would give information about the colonization Nadurs. Nevertheless, it is known that existed prior to the survey of the area to the church community in 1688 in the plateau and its surroundings scattered farms a long time. The only prehistoric traces were a number of large, flat stones that were found in a field between San Blas Bay and Dahlet Qorrot. According to the book " History of Gozo " by GPF Agius de Soldani were originally roofed structures that no longer exist today, a kind of temple gods. There one also believes, this stone slabs had been brought there not by human hands but by giants where they are today. Nadur said to have been founded at the Greek period. As evidence of a bronze statue of Apollo is mentioned, which was found in 1744 in Nadur.

Throughout its history Nadur has played a major role in the defense of the island against pirates, hence the name ( lookout ). During the rule of the Knights of Malta Grand Master Nicholas Cotoner built a watchtower, on the point of the two towers in San Blas and Dahlet Qorrot. He is known as Ta ' Sopu Tower.

Another watchtower in Nadur is Ta ' Kenuna Tower, built by the British in the mid 19th century. He served as a telegraph link between the islands of Malta and Gozo. From the top of this tower you can see the largest part of Gozo, Comino and the northern part of Malta.

Nadur today

Nadur, with over 4,000 inhabitants to Victoria, the second largest and one of the most important cities of Gozo. A large part of the population emigrated after the Second World War in the United States, Canada or Australia from.

In Nadur there are still quite a few farmers - mostly part-time farmers. From the orchards of Nadur are many local fruits such as plums, peaches, apples, oranges and lemons. These products were the basis for economic contacts with Malta over the past 3,000 years. Even today, played by trade with citrus fruits a large role; most of which are grown in Nadur. Recently, the community has encouraged the planting of olive trees from Italy, as the number of these trees has been greatly reduced in recent years.

A lot of the other inhabitants Nadurs earn their living as fishermen or sailors. This craft was being disseminated at a time when the fishing methods in Malta were rather simple. Several fishermen from Nadur then drowned in storms.

Near the city the Dwejra Lines, the best preserved section of the Victoria Lines runs.

The parish of Nadur

The religious festival of Nadur, Mnarja is celebrated on June 29. The festival was very popular with honeymooners and its name refers to the beginning of summer. It is derived from the Italian word " luminaria " (Eng.: lighting) ago. The festival is deeply rooted in the Maltese summer tradition.

The popular statue of Peter and Paul in 1882 was carved in Marseille. It is one of the masterpieces that adorn the magnificent church. On Good Friday, some statues in the holy procession, which is suffering and crucifixion of Christ, carried through the streets. On Easter morning, they are followed by a statue of the risen Christ.

Nadur was raised on 28 April in 1688 by Bishop Cocco Palmeri for their own parish. Reverend Bernhard Haber was their first pastor. The congregation at that time also included Għajnsielem, Qala and Comino and 532 souls lived there. The parish church of St. Peter and Paul is a major work of art in architectural and picturesque church respects. It has rich marble works, and was built on the site of an earlier, smaller church at the highest point of the city.

The Basilica of St. Peter & Paul

The construction of the present church began on 28 September in 1760. It was designed by Maltese architect Giuseppe Bonnici ( 1707-1779 ).

In 1907 she was refurbished, the aisles, the dome and the facade of Prof. FS Sciortino were designed in the style of the Italian Renaissance. The ceiling paintings that represent scenes from the lives of saints Peter and Paul, was created by Lazarro Pisani ( from Żebbuġ ). The architectural decorations are the work of the Italian Pio Cellini. The renovation was mainly operated by Archpriest Martin Camilleri.

On 26 June 1967, which is in the diocese of Gozo Church by Pope Paul VI was. raised to the basilica.

The parish has its own radio station, Radjuluminaria.

Twinning

Consist partnership between Nadur and the Italian community Cicciano in Campania ( Naples Province ).

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