Sightseeing in Mellieha - what to see. Complete travel guide
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First settlers in the resort area appeared yet during the Neolithic age. Archaeologists, who have performed numerous excavations in Malta, proved this more than once. During the antiquity period, the troglodytes settled in this area and made local caves their home. In the period of Byzantine reign, the Arabs invaded the settlement, plundered it, and killed residents. This sad event happened in the 70s of the 9th century. During the long history of Mellieha, the settlement was suffering from the invasion of the pirates. These sea rogues made the life of local people even harder, and so residents of Mellieha were constantly living in fear and waiting for a new attack.
The beach that shares its name with the town remains one of the biggest attractions of Mellieha. It is incredibly popular with guests of Malta. The beach is situated in the town’s suburbs. Mellieha Beach is often called by its second name – Ghadira Bay. This is an incredibly comfortable beach for vacationers with small children. Water is shallow near the coast, and the depth increases slowly. Vacationers can swim safely, and parents do not need to worry about the safety of their children who always like to play in the water. Soft golden sand covers the beach area. Ghadira Bay is a clean and tidy beach, so visitors can lie on towels. However, it is always possible to rent sun umbrellas and loungers right on the spot.
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Golden Bay Beach is another popular coastal area in Mellieha. It is located in the northern part of the island. This beach is smaller than Ghadira Bay but tourists enjoy spending their free time here. Golden Bay Beach has one more peculiarity – its sand has a dark shade. Naturally, this doesn’t make recreation here less comfortable. It is still very comfortable to sunbathe using only a towel at Golden Bay. As usual, there is a rental office with sun umbrellas and loungers nearby.
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The list of Mellieha beaches would be incomplete without Ghajn Tuffieha, which is located not far from the Golden Bay Beach. The Ghajn Tuffieha Beach is an incredibly picturesque coastal area that attracts visitors with its breathtaking views. The sand of an unusual orange shade covers this beach. The coastal water is comfortable for swimming for vacationers of different ages. There is a rental with sun loungers and umbrellas at the beach. That being said, no beachside entertainment is available for visitors. If you swim near the coast, you can let your children play and be sure of their safety. However, it is better not to swim far away from the beach as there can be a strong current.
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Survived castles around Mellieha
♥ Castle 'Selmun Palace' , 2.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Verdala Palace' , 10.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Gran Castello' , 14.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Fort Saint Angelo' , 16.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Selmun Palace' , 2.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Verdala Palace' , 10.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Gran Castello' , 14.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Fort Saint Angelo' , 16.5 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Mellieha from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Azure Window
From the series “Incredible Natural Arches Built by Water and Wind”![](../../extreme/img/w300/azure-window_1.jpg)
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Distance from Mellieha center - 18.4 km.
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 broke off, which made the design even more fragile. Presently, tourists are not recommended to come close. It is extremely dangerous to swim near rocks and to dive. Even admiring the landmark from a safe distance can give a lot of unforgettable impressions. …
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