Zurrieq is one of the oldest towns in Malta with the first historical reference dating back to 1400. The island of Filfla is administratively a part of the town.

Zurrieq – Xarolla Windmill
Originally built by Grandmaster Manoel de Vilhena in 1724, the Xarolla Windmill has been beautifully restored to its original working order. It is now the only functioning windmill on the Maltese islands.