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Viking announced it will be restarting its ocean cruises on the Mediterranean this summer with a new ship, Viking Venus, new itineraries, and a new homeport in Malta.
Malta, located in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, has been acclaimed for its luxurious accommodations, warm climate, and history.
Source: Malta: A Mediterranean Destination Filled with Authenticity and Curated Exclusive Experiences
Source: The Megalithic Temples of Malta
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There are plenty of temple ruins around the Maltese islands, but six, in particular, are listed in the Unesco World Heritage Site list. These are Ġgantija, Ħaġar Qim, Mnajdra, Skorba, Ta’ Ħaġrat and Tarxien.
Source: Best of Malta: Our top 7 child-friendly heritage wonders – The Malta Independent
Towards the end of last year – and not knowing what this year was to bring – Louise Elliott and family booked their summer holiday to the small island of Gozo, just off the coast of Malta.
Source: Gozo: A fascinating island full of history and intrigue
Wish to enjoy a vacation on an island? Here are 15 best things to do in Gozo – a lovely Malta island.
Source: 15 Best Thins To Do In Gozo
Valletta, its capital, is considered as a UNESCO Heritage Fortified City which seems to Kach Umandap like an open air museum.
Source: How To Spend Your 3 Days In Valletta, Malta : What To Do And Where To Go
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Valletta, on a new trail to see why it’s one of the hottest European city breaks. Malta travel just got easier!
Source: Malta Travel: Top things to do in Valletta, European Capital of Culture 2018
Discover why Valletta, the capital of Malta, should be next on your list. Read about what makes this small but mighty city so special, including it’s status as a UNESCO world heritage site, beautiful architecture and interesting museums. You’ll soon realise why it’s the European Capital of culture for 2018!
Source: Valletta – capital of Malta: why it should be next on your list – Hostelworld
Valletta is not just another European capital. Even as you first lay eyes on Valletta, the under-the-radar capital of the Mediterranean archipelago nation of…
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Spanning breathtaking Baroque architecture and ancient fortifications bathed in golden sunshine, these photos perfectly capture the beauty of Valletta.
Source: Why Valletta Is Europe’s Prettiest Capital City in 32 Photos
Between mainland Europe and Africa in the Mediterranean Sea lies the small island of Malta and its even smaller neighbour Gozo. These islands are best known for their megalithic temples built by Neolithic inhabitants some five to six thousand years ago. UNESCO has classified six of them as part of the ‘Megalithic Temples of Malta’ World Heritage Site. Not surprising then the temples are a popular tourist attraction. Read Ethan’s tips for visiting the megalithic temples on Malta and Gozo.
Malta – Megalithic Temples of Malta
Built between 3600 BC and 700 BC, the Megalithic Temples of Malta have been claimed as the oldest free-standing structures on Earth.
Malta – Megalithic Temples of Malta
Blog post at Dave’s Travel Pages : Who built the megalithic temples of Malta, thought to be the oldest temples in the world? We may never know for sure, but visiting the temples should definitely be on your itinerary when in Malta.
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Malta – Hal Saflieni Hypogeum
The Mediterranean island nation’s rich cultural heritage spans thousands of years of recorded human history.
Malta, officially known as the Republic of Malta, is an island nation composed of an archipelago in the central portion of the Mediterranean Sea. There are only three large islands in the archipelago which are inhabited, in addition to several smaller, uninhabited islands. It covers an area of 122 square miles with a population of 450,000, and its closest neighbors are Italy, Tunisia, and Libya. It is one of the smallest countries in the world with its two official languages being Maltese and English. The country’s climate is mainly Mediterranean with four season with mild winters, warm to hot summers, rainy autumn, and spring.
The Ggantija Temples in Xaghra, Gozo, are one of the most important archaeological sites in the Maltese Islands. Their listing on the UNESCO World Heritage List makes them a site of universal significance.
