"Malta & Gozo" Malta by iwys

Malta Travel Guide: 6,177 reviews and 11,777 photos

Malta is a very small country with a great history. The combined area of the three islands which it consists of, Malta, Gozo and Comino, is smaller than that of the Isle of Wight, but, because of its strategic location it has played a pivotal role in European history.

Its megalithic temples, dating back more than 5,600 years, are the oldest free standing buildings in the world. After they were built, Malta was occupied at different times by the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, Spaniards, the multi-national Knights of St John, the French and the British.

Gozo

Most people are attracted to Malta by its sunny climate, beaches and the fact that everybody here speaks English. About half of all visitors to Malta come from the UK.

Marsaxlokk

Malta is in danger of becoming overcrowded and urban development has spread across much of the main island, but there are still some unspoilt areas of countryside in the south and especially on the smaller island of Gozo.

The highlights for me, however, were its fascinating historical and archaeological sites.

Last visit to Malta: Jan 2008
Intro Updated Nov 20, 2008
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Comments (5)

lomi Feb 25, 2010 at 9:38 AM Report Abuse

I lived in Malta for 6 months, but reading your pages, cant believe how much I missed. Thank you.
Durfun Feb 25, 2010 at 8:53 AM Report Abuse

Superb opening pics & summary. Cool tips too. Thanks.
mvtouring Oct 26, 2009 at 1:27 PM Report Abuse

What a lovely place, thanks for sharing with us ;-)
jckim Mar 16, 2008 at 4:09 AM Report Abuse

All interesting place Malta! Well done!
Maurizioago Feb 10, 2008 at 12:06 PM Report Abuse

Intersting page about Malta. You could also make a page about Gozo. I think you have info enough for that. Ciao!