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Malta is among Europe’s smallest countries covering only 300 square kms but it has a wealth of history and attractions that keep people coming back year in year out. Malta has more than 7000 years of historical sites dating back to the Neolithic period and you may still see the remains of megalithic temples dedicated to the goddess of love and fertility. In later times the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans and more recently the French and also the British all left their mark on the island and there’s a number of intriguing and historic sites to visit.
If history isn’t really your thing there are lots of other excellent Malta attractions to visit when you are on the island. Many thousands of people come to Malta every summertime for the spectacular scuba diving. The waters surrounding the Maltese islands are really clear and the calm conditions make it the ideal location for novices to learn to dive. For more skilled divers there are a number of more challenging dives that take in reefs, caves and historical sites dating back to Roman times. Diving outings are simple to arrange through Malta tours or Mdina tours and are sure to give an exciting experience.
Malta is well-known for its active nightlife that echoes the islanders outlook on life which would be to have a great time and celebrate it as often as possible. There are scores of good nightclubs and wine bars to visit which are full of an eclectic and cosmopolitan blend of people and a great night out is guaranteed. Among the many Malta tourist attractions are the Summer season Malta Arts Celebration, the Opera festival, Choir Festival and the International Jazz Festival that is held in July.
While you’re on the island there are several superb Malta excursions and activities to participate in such as the Malta Falconry Centre or you might go and see the Knights of Malta who recreate a number of the key incidents in Malta’s past. There is also numerous types of enjoyable water based activities such as parasailing, jet skis, boat parties and powerboat hire. A more tranquil means of spending your time is located on the Rabat sightseeing train or even the Grand Harbour walking tour and the lovely Gozo tour. The Malta sightseeing bus is renowned around the world and is one of the simplest ways to see everything Malta has to offer. The sightseeing bus Malta goes to both the North and the South of the island and you may hop off and on as you please.
There are lots of great Malta tour operators who specialise in designing getaways to this distinctive island. A great tour operator Malta is able to advise you on the greatest places to stay and what to do when you are there. Malta has an astounding amount to offer people of all ages regardless of whether you are keen on water sports and nightclubbing or the cultural history of this special island Malta has something to offer everyone.