Malta sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places
A small island in the Mediterranean Sea where the sun shines 12 months a year, Malta has always been a famous beach resort. However, not many know that the island has rich historic heritage and any other Mediterranean island can hardly compete with Malta in terms of the number of places of interest.
Malta is a small island state in the Mediterranean Sea. Since the 16th century Arab and European empires fought for its lands, which could not but …
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Despite its small size, Malta is one of the most valuable regions in terms of culture and history. The earliest historical events in the territory of …
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Travellers, who want to know more about the Maltese Order, are recommended to visit such towns as Vittoriosa, Senglea and Cospicua. Many centuries ago these fairly small towns formed one big protective system. First fortresses, impenetrable walls and deep ditches started appearing there yet in the beginning of the 16th century. Among the surviving buildings, the most beautiful and famous are St. Angelo Fort, Bishop’s Palace, the Palace of Inquisitors, St. Laurentius Church and the Church of Annunciation.
Malta is one of the most popular places to relax around the Mediterranean. Important for local residents and tourists are water activities - diving, …
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History and Entertainment
Malta situated at the crossroads of important trade routes has been attracting many conquerors’ attention since ancient times. The first official references to the island date back to the 8th century BC. That period began with the Greeks and Phoenicians’ colonization. By the 13th century AD, the island had undergone multiple battles. It was alternately conquered by the Carthaginians, the Roman Empire, Byzantium, the Normans and then Spaniards. Since 1814, the island had been under Great Britain and gained independence only in 1964.
At present, some of the main values of Malta in terms of the tourism are marvelous sandy beaches for every taste. Those who love having fun all day and night long can spend their time at the popular beach resort of the Saint George Bay that turns into a great disco when it gets dark. Those who prefer secluded recreation should visit the resort of San Blas.
1. Malta has been a member of the European Union since 2004. The official currency of the country is the euro. 2. The Maltese language is quite …
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The Blue Grotto is a magnificent nature attraction. This is a name of rocky caves which you can admire during your boat tour. The main peculiarity of the Grotto is water of saturated blue color caused by a high content of particular minerals.
Malta is great for a family holiday - clean sea, safe resorts, mild climate will make the vacation delightful. On the islands, except for the beaches, …
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Azure Window
From the series “Incredible Natural Arches Built by Water and Wind”
The picturesque Maltese island of Gozo has an amazing landmark - the natural arch named Azure Window. It was formed in a limestone rock, which extends far into the sea. This natural attraction has got its name due to a special azure colour of the coastal waters.
The coast with the amazing natural formation is incredibly popular with divers, because local underwater world is very diverse and magically beautiful. However, diving near the arch is quite dangerous because of the high probability of collapse. The main enemy of brittle limestone is erosion. If you believe the opinion of experts, the arch can collapse at any moment.
Two majestic rocks supports the arch, the height of the natural bridge is about 50 meters. In 2012, from one of the rocks that supports the arch, a large stone … Read all
The coast with the amazing natural formation is incredibly popular with divers, because local underwater world is very diverse and magically beautiful. However, diving near the arch is quite dangerous because of the high probability of collapse. The main enemy of brittle limestone is erosion. If you believe the opinion of experts, the arch can collapse at any moment.
Two majestic rocks supports the arch, the height of the natural bridge is about 50 meters. In 2012, from one of the rocks that supports the arch, a large stone … Read all
Megalithic Temples of Malta
From the series “The Oldest Surviving Monuments on Earth”
In Malta, the archaeologists have discovered the astonishingly preserved ancient temples whose age is more than 5 500 years. Seven megalithic temples, which today belong to the historical objects of the world, have been used for a thousand years and are now regarded as a unified architectural complex. During the research of the temples were discovered the valuable historical artifacts, which have thrown a light on the specific periods of the history of the islands.
In the temples the fragments of ceramics were found, confirming the theory of the existence of highly developed civilization on the islands in ancient times. The scientists are convinced that there are still many hidden important historical monuments in Malta, some of whose elements were lost in the 19th century. In this … Read all
In the temples the fragments of ceramics were found, confirming the theory of the existence of highly developed civilization on the islands in ancient times. The scientists are convinced that there are still many hidden important historical monuments in Malta, some of whose elements were lost in the 19th century. In this … Read all
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