Malta Tour

Posted: January 9th, 2009 | Author: admin | Filed under: Tourism Guide | Tags: , , |

Before going further into the article, let me give you a brief introduction about the Malta Island. Malta is a beautiful island in the heart of Mediterranean that basks in 300 days of sunshine every year and has enough historical features to attract the attention of thousands of tourists every year. It is famous for its’ unusual beauty; not to mention the country’s people, weather and culture. It is located to the south of Sicily (Italy), north of Libya and the east of Tunisia.

Malta is perhaps one of the smallest countries in the world, in terms of area and population. Here are some interesting facts about Malta that will inspire you to visit this beautiful island.

  1. Malta houses the worlds oldest freestanding manmade structure; the Ggantia. The capital city Valetta is a study of beauty and a combination of history and progress. Malta, for one is mainly a catholic country and it is said that one of the apostles of Jesus Christ, St Paul’s reached this country (amazing!). It is famous for its temples and one of the most popular temples in this country is Mnjadra, a UNESCO world heritage site.
  2. With an all year-round sunshine, you can be sure to enjoy some excellent sunny weather or relax and experience the unique laid-back style of this place. There is something for everybody to enjoy in Malta and if you are interested in history, then there are 7000 years of it! For those who adore sea beaches and swimming, Malta has some of the worlds’ best admired beaches and stunning lagoons.
  3. Malta and Gozo are surrounded by sensuous beaches where a lot of accommodation options are available to make your stay more interesting and comfortable. You can either stay in luxury hotels or beautiful farmhouses or villas, depending on your preference. If you want an affordable accommodation, then it is good to opt for rented apartments.
  4. Along with traditional churches, you can visit shopping streets having tiny shops that sell maps, books, jewelry, prints and even antiques. There are many historical features around the shopping centers such as fountains, votive statues and different kinds of monuments. Tourists can also visit the blue lagoon and the Comino which are well worth visiting. Moreover, you can take advantage of the guided tours and explore other exquisite landscapes of this beautiful country.
  5. Lastly, important elements of this island are the good wine and dine options. Malta has a great choice of restaurants and in general, the Mediterranean cuisine is loved and relished by the tourists. If you enjoy eating fresh fish, then it will be nothing less than heaven for you.

Malta can be a part of every European tour. Those who enjoy the beauty of Mediterranean and the majesty of history will definitely love this place.



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