Malta
Malta is one of the most romantic and charming of all Mediterranean destinations, with a warm year-round sunshine, friendly locals, and a wealth of historic and cultural sightseeing opportunities. Malta enjoys close ties with Britain and Europe. Read more.. |
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Valletta
The Fortress City, Citta' Umilissima, "a city built by gentlemen for gentlemen". Valletta has many titles, all recalling its rich historical past. It is the "modern" city built by the Knights of St John; a masterpiece of the baroque; a European Art City; and a World Heritage City. But these are just some of its faces and fortunes.
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Beaches
St Paul's is the most historic area around the Bugibba point. It derives it's name from the Saint that was shipwrecked in the bay and to who the Maltese gave a typical warm welcome. Read more.. |
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Discover Ancient Malta
Lying at the heart of the Mediterranean, the Maltese Islands have always been of strategic importance, and viewed as a coveted
prize by successive waves of invaders and forces.
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Fishing Villages
Situated in the south side of the island, Marsascala and Marsaxlokk are typical fishing villages and can boast some of the island's better known seafood restaurants. Read more.. |
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Gozo
Gozo, Malta's adjacent island, is both small and picturesque being mostly green and fertile. The island is nine miles long and four miles wide, and is easily accessible by ferry from Cirkewwa (20 mins), or helicopter transfer
over some spectacular scenery from Malta (10 mins). Read more.. |
Religion
Home to those early defenders of Christendom, the Hospitaller Knights of St John, the Islands are rich in religious history. The Maltese Islanders are among the oldest Christian peoples in the world. St Paul, shipwrecked as a captive on route to Rome in A.D. 60, brought Christianity to Malta. Read more.. |
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Scuba Diving
Malta is increasingly well known for its scuba diving, with offerings from the likes of PADI and other diving schools and clubs. Read more.. |
Night Life
Together, Sliema, St Julian's and St George's are the most popular and fashionable adjoining towns, all year round with both tourists and the locals. Read more.. |
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