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- 29 MayAdam in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The Prosperous Malta
La Valetta, the capital of Malta is known for its unique charm, beauty and vibrancy ©UltraPanavision/flickr
Malta is an island nation on the Mediterranean, Europe. It is both a European Union and Commonwealth of Nations member. It is located south of Italy, east of Tunisia and north of Libya.
The capital and largest city is La Valletta. The entire country totally has 316 sq km and the coastline is 253 km.
The political status of the country is republic. …
- 29 AprAdam in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Experiencing the Small Island of Malta
Azure Window, typical Maltese scene, Gozo as its finest. ©Never House/flickr
Malta is one of the most popular Mediterranean destinations of Europe. The island lies in the triangle between the south of Italy (80 km), Tunisia (285 km) and Lybia (333 km). The island is famous for its unique beaches, resorts and harbors. Valletta, the capital of Malta is a UNESCO World Heritage because of its lavishing beauty and history.
- 29 Nov
5 stunning attractions in Malta
Valletta, photo by Robin on Flickr
The tiny Maltese archipelago, with only three inhabited islands and even those mostly rocky, doesn’t sound like much, but it has one of the most incredibly rich histories and cultures in Europe. Malta’s has been inhabited since the stone age, and it is a melting pot of cultures from all around the Mediterranean region.
The cuisine has Sicilian influences, the language is based on Arabic, and the culture was marked by Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Normans, Crusaders, the French and the British, who made it into a colony. Today, Malta has many things to be proud of, and just as many things to show to its visitors. Here are 5 stunning attractions in Malta. …
- 29 Jul
The best Mediterranean island-hopping destinations
Unlike tropical paradises where there’s sun and hot weather almost all year long, the islands of the Mediterranean Sea are a seasonal attraction for beach goers. So since you only get a few months per year to enjoy the Mediterranean islands, there’s all the more reason to hop on the plane or a boat and spend some time on the sun-drenched beaches of an island, nibbling on some aromatic local treat, perhaps under the shade of an olive bush laden with fruit.Hop from island from island and stay a few days on each of them, bask in the romantic, relaxed atmosphere of these place: visit some of the best Mediterranean island-hopping destinations. …
- 28 Junandra88 in Travel Planning | 4 COMMENTS
Top 5 beaches in Malta
Comino Island, Malta
The sunny island country of Malta is one of the most fun and scenic summer destinations in Europe. You might want to visit Malta if you are interested in its rich medieval history and architecture, but also if you are looking for some lively yet pristine beaches where you can lounge around and enjoy the sun.
Many hotels in Malta are located only minutes from beaches, but if you want to make sure that you get the best, here’s a list of the top 5 beaches in Malta. …
- 09 MarTudi in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Five European islands that you shouldn’t miss
Santa Cruz, Tenerife
Considering the continent’s amazing diversity, it’s hard to generalize anything when it comes to European tourism. History, multiculturalism, architectural masterpieces and wonderful nature are all only some of the aspects that can add value to your European experience.
But sometimes (well, actually, in most cases), taking the less beaten path can lead to the greatest discoveries. Continental Europe has much to show and tell, but so do all those little islands surrounding Europe’s coasts. And the best thing about islands is that, not matter how close to the continent, they somehow always managed to develop some characteristic that is exclusively theirs – in other words, each island is a world of its own. Here comes out selection of Europe’s most beautiful and interesting islands: …
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