The church was raised to the status of an archipresbyteral church in 1894 by decree of Pope Leo XIII.
The interior features a cycle of paintings by the Italian artist Lazzaro Pisani, completed between 1892 and 1904.
The statue of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, paraded during the annual feast, is a masterwork of local craftsmanship commissioned in the late 19th century.
The church dome was built significantly later than the main structure, with its final design influences reflecting the architectural trends of the 1900s.
The parish of Nadur was one of the first in Gozo to be established outside of the Citadel in Victoria.
Nadur Parish Church, dedicated to Saints Peter and Paul, stands as a prominent baroque-style landmark in the village of Nadur on the island of Gozo. Construction of the current building began in 1760 and concluded in 1867, replacing an earlier seventeenth-century chapel. The structure features a distinctive dome and twin bell towers that dominate the local skyline. The interior is characterized by late nineteenth-century artistic commissions, including significant ceiling paintings and marble work. It serves as the spiritual center for the Nadur community and is the focal point for the village's annual feast celebrations. The site reflects the architectural evolution of Maltese ecclesiastical buildings during the transition from the late Baroque to the Neoclassical period.
The elevated steps of the main entrance facing the church facade, or from the opposite end of the village square.
Visit during the last week of June to witness the traditional village 'festa' with street decorations.
Respect active liturgical services by remaining quiet and staying in the rear pews during prayer times.
Walk the periphery of the church plaza to see the panoramic views of the Gozitan countryside.
Do not take photographs while religious services are in progress.
The church remains open for public worship daily, though access for tourists is restricted during private ceremonies or funerals.
Modest dress is required: shoulders and knees must be covered. Hats should be removed upon entering.
