10 tourist attractions in Malta Malta which is officially known as the
Republic of Malta is a southern European island with Italian being an official language in Malta
until 19 34. Malta is an archipelago in the central Mediterranean between
Sicily and the North African coast. It's a nation known for historic sites related to
a succession of rulers including the Romans, Moors, Knights of Saint John,
French and British. It has numerous fortresses, megalithic temples and the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum,
a subterranean complex of halls and burial chambers dating to circa 4000
B.C. Malta has attracted adventurers for centuries and modern visitors have many opportunities for
creating lasting memories in this enchanting place. Do you want to enjoy and relax by the sea,
or you’re a lover of cultural dishes or you’re a lover of historic heritage Malta has it all. Here
are some 10 tourist attractions in Malta you will find interesting presented to you by Grace Media.
10. Mellieha bay. Mellieha is a village in
the northern region of Malta and is a tourist resort. And this beach is also called Ghadira
bay . This beach is the longest and the most popular sandy beach in the Maltese island. This
beach is a clean gentle shelving with golden sand and shallow water making it ideal for children.
This beach boasts stunning views across the azure water of the Mediterranean sea with
long rocky headland giving the bay a secluded , protected feel. Heads up the steep hill today
cafes sell food and drink. it is possible to stay onsite without taking a break from the.
You can also take a 15 minute walk which leads uphill to the rapidly developing town
of melliena perched picturesquely atop a ridge. Nearby attractions include Popeye village , the
set of the 19 80 film and the restored St Agathna’s tower from the 17th century.
9. Citadella. This citadella which is
also known as the castello I the citadel of victoria on the Island of Gozo in Malta.
This area had been inhabited since the Bourne Age and this site is now occupied by the Cittadella
and is believed to have been the acropolis of the Punic Broman city of the Gaulos or Glaucon Is
civitas. On this island there is stunning ancient architecture and this existing structure invites
explorers of all ages to wander through rampants. This site has evidence of Neolithic even though
it is somehow limited and ceramics discovered inside this island suggest that the area was a
settlement in prehistory. This place ghad store room and tunnel which visitor will enjoy going
through this view from here should not be missed especially when the sun is about going down.
8. the Hypogeum. The Hypogeum in Malta
contains a speaking chamber which is a hole in the wall carved with a rounded interior surface.
The result is that anything spoken into it produces an echo which reverberates
throughout the hypogeum; it is speculated that this hole was part of a ceremonial process.
Hypogeum is also known as Hal saflieni and is one of the oddest burial ground dating back to 400 bc
so why not take an opportunity to visit the world most fascinating underground burial site while
on your holiday in Malta and for those who love history then Hypogeum Is a perfect location too.
So if planning a trip to Malta you will have to book much in advance.
7. Blue lagoon Bay. Blue lagoon is one of Malta’s top
jewels and anyone who visits the island will want to explore it and it has been nicknamed
paradise on earth, clearest water ever seen. The blue Lagoon is a small lagoon with relatively
shallow , azure colored water and it offers one of the most spectacular sights around the Maltese.
In Malta the best experience in Malta as well as one of the most beautiful in the world.
This island is small and because of the fact no cars are allowed on it. This area is largely
uninhabited and only one hotel is located and most people arrive on a daily basis, and there you can
take a speed boat to claim the section of sand on the lagoon for the day on the lagoon for the day.
This beautiful site has sparkling turquoise water and white sand which makes a lovely backdrop for
sunbathing , swimming , snorkeling and simply enjoying the beautiful views.
6. Golden Bay. A wide stretch of golden sand gives
Golden Bay its name. In Maltese, it is called ‘Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa‘, which literally translates
as ‘The Sandy Bay of the Cracked’. The beach is surrounded by natural dunes and jagged cliffs,
on which is perched a 17th century watch tower built by the Knights of Malta. The distinct
yellow-orange sands give way to blue-green shallow waters that gradually increase in depth. Located
on the north west coast of the island of Malta, on the stretch of coast that includes Riviera Beach
(Ghajn Tuffieha bay) and Gnejna Bay, the beach also enjoys spectacular sunsets over the horizon
of the Mediterranean Sea. The natural beauty of Malta’s largest beach after Mellieha Bay earns
it the reputation of being the most beautiful beach in Malta. Such a pretty bay naturally
attracts many visitors, but not only for swimming and sunbathing. There’s a variety of activities
and water sports available, adding several more reasons why Golden Bay Malta is popular
with tourists and Maltese people alike. You can choose to spend hours baking a golden tan on a
sun lounger, cocktail by your side. Or you can get active with beach volleyball, jet skiing
or a kayak. There’s even a PADI dive centre that’s part of the Golden Sands Resort & Spa,
which is rated among the top Mellieha hotels. Rather than getting there and away,
stay at the Golden Sands Resort & Spa. Our gorgeous five-star hotel is perched on one
side of the bay, with its indoor pool and outdoor swimming pool overlooking the beach. The Golden
Sands resort includes luxury apartments with sea and country views, a choice of on-site dining,
a wonderful spa, and a variety of entertainment options and activities. The hotel also offers
scuba diving and a variety of water sports as well as a section of private beach with waiter service!
Here’s when a beach holiday in Malta is destined to be memorable for all the right reasons.
5. Marsaxlokk. Marsaxlokk is a small traditional fishing
village in the south eastern region of Malta and this village is known to harbor plenty of
attractions , fishermen and history . This village has a population of about 3.534 and this charming
village is known for its marsaxlokk market which is mainly the large fish market which takes place.
This fishing village is just a 30 minute bus ride from Valletta and taking a bus is perhaps
the best way to get here cause it’s difficult to park in marsaxlokk especially near the waterfront.
The village is not difficult to access on foot, in fact you will enjoy moving through
the colorful Marsaxlokk fishing market and to really enjoy this view only by strolling . This
fishing village has brightly painted Luzzu fishing boats in the bay and the tranquil
surrounding makes this a very pleasant place to have lunch at one of the quayside restaurants.
4. Mdina. This is a city in Malta
and is also known as the citta vecchia or citta notable and located in the northern
region of Malta which served as the island capital from antiquity to the medial period.
The city was founded as Maleth in around the 8th century BC by Phoenician settlers,
and was later renamed Melite by the Romans. Ancient Melite was larger than present-day Mdina,
and it was reduced to its present size during the Byzantine or Arab occupation of Malta. During the
latter period, the city adopted its present name, which derives from the Arabic word medina. This
ancient wall is inhabited and possibly first fortified by the Phoenician around 700 bc.
This city is still confined within its walls and has a population of just under 300 but it
is contagious with the town of Rabat which takes its name from the Arabic word for suburb. Mdina is
one of Malta's major tourist attractions, hosting about 750,000 tourists a year. No cars (other than
a limited number of residents, emergency vehicles, wedding cars and horses) are allowed in Mdina,
partly why it has earned the nickname 'the Silent City'. The city displays an unusual mix of Norman
and Baroque architecture, including several palaces, most of which serve as private homes.
3. Azure Window. The Azure Window developed through
sea erosion of a cliff face. The progress starts with an initial notch resulting from wave action.
This space devoid of rock then causes tensile stresses that lead to the formation of a vertical
joint extending upwards from the notch. The limestone feature, which was in Dwejra Bay
close to the Inland Sea and Fungus Rock, was one of the island's major tourist attractions
until it collapsed in stormy weather. This azure Window is one of Gozo attractions and it’s been
featured in movies and television shows and most importantly it is considered an indispensable
part of Malta experience. This tourist village serves their visitors with all kinds of fun-filled
moments like swimming and boating to ride around the arch where it drops into the Dwejra bay.
Boat tours are always available offering plenty of opportunity to capture great pictures. The
arch is visible from great distance and most people hike there as well and when done hiking,
you troll down to enjoy the extraordinary view as they go and then cool off in the water.
2 St John’s co cathedral St John's Co-Cathedral is
a Roman Catholic co-cathedral in Valletta, Malta, dedicated to Saint John the Baptist.
It was built by the Order of St. John between 15 72 and 15 77, having been commissioned by
Grand Master Jean de la Cassière as the Conventual Church of Saint John.
Its exterior is forbidding and deceptive, as it closely resembles a fort. Once inside,
visitors discover ornate decoration and priceless works of art. Perhaps the most recognizable piece
is Caravaggio’s The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist. The cathedral was commissioned in 15 72,
and was intended to be the conventional church for the Knights of St. John,
a noble order made up of the sons of some of Europe’s leading families. The knights
defended Malta against marauding Turks, then proceeded to build Valletta and the cathedral.
1. Hagar qim and Mnajdra. The prehistoric temples of Hagar Qim
and Mnajdra are found on the south coast of Malta, perched on top of a cliff and overlooking
the islet of Filfla. The temples date back to around 3,600 to 3,200 BC. Hagar Qim consists of
a series of interconnected, oval chambers with no uniform arrangement, and differs from other
Maltese temples in lacking a regular trefoil plan. Mnajdra, a 700 meter walk downhill from Ħaġar Qim,
is more elaborate. There are three temples side by side, each with the trefoil plan and a different
orientation. An excellent visitor center offers many interactive exhibits. It is a fitting way to
begin an exploration of the temples themselves. The views of the sea beyond are spectacular.
Standing on a hilltop overlooking the sea and the islet of FiFla which is not more than 2 kilometers
south west of this village called Qrendi. At the bottom, only 500 meters away one can find
the temples of Mnajdra which both sites are properties of the U NESCO world heritage.
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