A Short Guide to Malta
With over 7000 years of history to explore throughout the Maltese islands, it is no wonder some look at this archipelago as a wondrous and captivating open air museum. With ruins that date back further than Egypt's Pyramids a trip to Malta is a spectacular experience of historical and cultural discoveries.
Malta, along with Gozo and Comino, are the only inhabited islands on this fascinating string of Mediterranean isles. Once used by the order of the Knights of St.John to protect the Christian world, the islands still show signs of this long gone era. The palaces and churches show the artistry of the Flemish and Italian artists introduced to the islands during this time.
Drawn by the pure blue waters that splash up to hidden bays and enticing beaches, tourists come from all over the world to visit this small island of barely 100 square miles (250 sq. km) for fun and relaxation. While spring brings about a festive carnival which includes masked balls, flamboyant parties and a grand parade, summers are filled with festas, complete with fireworks, in honor of the villages' patron saints.
Malta's capital city of Valleta is a mass of Baroque buildings in which you'll find an array of cafes and restaurants. This tiny and densely populated island is easy to get around on and visiting is a charm. Requiring only an hour's drive to head from one point of the island to another, all that Malta has to offer is at your fingertips.
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