Malta
Malta is an archipelago in the central Mediterranean between Sicily and the North African coast and is known for historic sites megaliths , medieval dungeons and Calypso’s Cave – The Maltese Islands are positively mythic. The narrow meandering streets of the many town and villages lead to a main square, which is invariably dominated by the huge baroque Church. As the countryside is dotted with medieval towers, wayside chapels and the oldest known human structures in the world, the Islands have rightly been described as an open-air museum.
Malta's climate is typical of the Mediterranean and is strongly influenced by the sea. The Maltese Islands have a pleasantly sunny climate with a daily average of around 12 hours sunshine in summer going down to 5 to 6 hours in mid-winter. Annual rainfall is low with an average of just 568mm a year.
Malta has beaches for everyone, from windsurfers to sunbathers. Choose from golden sand, red sand, rocks and blue lagoons. On larger beaches, you will find cafes or snack bars open during the summer season. With Malta's climate, a visit to the beach lasts well into October. Enjoy water sports and activities like windsurfing, jet and water skiing.
With superbly sunny weather, an array of beach and a thriving nightlife, there is a great deal to see and do on the island of Malta.
The main resorts are: St. Julians, Valletta, Qawra, Buggiba and Mellieha.