This is Europe’s fifth smallest country in regards to land area. Malta is located in a central part of the Mediterranean and has for centuries been an important harbor in the area’s trade. Malta consists of three inhabited islands – Malta, Gozo, and Comino.
We visited the island for the first time in 2019 (Jesper had alone earlier in 2011 and 2012) and were able to enjoy a week of exploring several of the old fortresses and towns.
Visited: 2019, 2020, 2021
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Żabbar is a city located in the South Eastern Region of Malta. With a population of around 15,600 inhabitants, it is one of the larger towns in this part of the island. The city’s name is believed to derive from the Maltese word for “pruning,” a reference to the many families of pruners who lived…
Fgura is a town located in the South Eastern Region of Malta, situated just inland from the historic Three Cities. With a population of around 13,000 inhabitants, it is one of the most densely populated towns on the island. Unlike many other Maltese towns, Fgura does not have a traditional historic village core with winding…
Golden Bay is one of the most famous and popular sandy beaches in Malta. It is located on the northwestern coast of the main island, and it is a part of the municipality of Mellieħa. The bay is known for its wide stretch of fine, golden-red sand, and it has some of the most beautiful…
Victoria is the capital city of Gozo, and it is the second-largest island in the Maltese archipelago. The city is also known by its older name, Rabat, and this name reflects its origins as the town that grew outside the ancient citadel. This older name is still used frequently by the local Gozitan population today….
Għajn Tuffieħa is a popular sandy beach, and it is located on the northwestern coast of Malta. The name is Maltese for “Apple’s Eye,” and it is situated between two other famous bays. It is part of the municipality of Mġarr, so it is a protected natural area. Għajn Tuffieħa is not a town or…
Tarxien, known in Maltese as Ħal Tarxien, is a town in the Port Region of Malta. It is located in the inner harbor area, a short distance from the capital, Valletta, and adjacent to the town of Paola. With a population of approximately 9,100 residents as of 2025, Tarxien is a historic residential community. The…
Fawwara is a rural area in the limits of Siġġiewi, located in the Western Region of Malta. The area is situated on a high plateau near the famous Dingli Cliffs, on the southwestern coast of the island. Fawwara is not a village or a town, but rather a sparsely populated agricultural area known for its…
The Blue Lagoon is a wide, sheltered inlet located on the west coast of the island of Comino, in the Maltese archipelago. It is situated between the main island of Comino and the tiny, uninhabited islet of Cominotto. The Blue Lagoon is not a town or a village, but rather a natural swimming pool that…
Paola, known locally as Raħal Ġdid, is a town in the Port Region of Malta. It is located in the inner harbor area, a short distance from the capital, Valletta, and the Three Cities. With a population of approximately 9,400 residents as of 2025, Paola serves as a major commercial and residential hub for the…
Kalkara is a village in the Port Region of Malta. It is located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, forming a part of the Grand Harbour area. With a population of approximately 3,000 residents as of 2025, Kalkara is a small, traditional community. The village is situated in a creek known as Kalkara Creek,…
Rabat is a large town in the Northern Region of Malta. It is located in the central part of the island and is adjoined to the historic former capital of Malta, the fortified city of Mdina. With a population of around 11,500 inhabitants, Rabat is a significant residential and commercial center. In many ways, Rabat…
Floriana, known in Maltese as Il-Furjana, is a fortified town in the South Eastern Region of Malta. It is located directly adjacent to the capital city, Valletta, and is often considered its suburb. With a population of around 2,000 inhabitants, Floriana is a small but historically significant town. It is situated on the same peninsula…