Famous and Unique places to Visit in Malta

Malta

Although Malta is a small European country but it has a lot of  famous and unique places for the visitors. Many people prefer Malta as their holiday destination due to easy assess of many place. You can cover many locations within a day by walk.

If you are eager to learn about the culture and history of this tiny country, it is your best decision to spend holidays here with your family. It has a captivating history of many cultures. Different rulers ruled in this country so it is a blend of many cultures as well.

Many artistic places, historic buildings, ancient villages and beautiful landscapes are the main attraction for the tourists. All these places are the true reflection of past days which leave many marks on Malta’s culture. You can spend leisure time in this country by exploring its culture and history with natural beauty.

Some of famous and unique places to visit in Malta mentioned in this article which will save your money and time as well. There are many places which are the main attraction for visitors while some of the hidden gemstones also a great treasure for those who want some adventure in their trip.

Malta as a holiday destination remains crowdy all year round due to its moderate sunny climate and the sea is also popular among the tourists. This island has amazing historical buildings and temples. The architecture of Malta shows the true picture of ancient times.

Some of the best and unique places are mentioned below for your guidance and time saving during your trip. So you can visit more destinations in less time.

Valletta (Malta’s Capital)

View from above of roofs and church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and St. Paul’s Anglican Pro-Cathedral, Valletta, Capital city of Malta

The capital of Malta is Valletta and last year its name was changed from Valletta to European Capital of Culture. Due to its rich culture, its a center of attraction for many visitors and remain at the uppermost of their list.

As Valletta is the country’s capital and focal point for visitors so it is very costly to rent an apartment to spend holiday time period. It is better and convenient for you to live outside the town. Use buses for your trip within a day and return to your rented home after enjoying. Do not hesitate to fall in this category  because many visitors save a lot of money by doing this.

Many places in Valletta is on walking distance. You can explore more locations in very less time and move forward to learn its culture. You can easily observe many things while roaming  in the streets. It is an amazing experience for you and a great learning as well.

Stock photograph of traditional Maltese Balconies in old town Valletta Malta.

It has another amazing area to visit named as Valletta Waterfront. It is a tiny area along the sea. It has many ancient buildings which were used for cultural preservation. These buildings were renewed and many shops turned in to restaurants with colorful doors and you can say colorful interior as well. Some of its stores converted into recreation venues for visitors entertainment.

It is no doubt Valletta waterfront is the best place to eat and drink in front of vast sea by enjoying with your family. You can add more pleasure in your time here by using Upper Barrakka elevator  to reach down part of the sea port by amusing many worth seeing visuals.

Fortress City Senglea from Valetta, Malta. Photo from high angle view.

Manoel Museum, Courtyard and Theater

Manoel Theater is well known for its different variety of dramas. It is beautifully designed and truly a gemstone in Malta. Its roof has dome like shape and embellish in an elaborate way. The sitting area has also decorated nicely by box shaped chairs and flowery patterns. So do not  neglect to watch the ceiling. It is a worth seeing place with high esteem.

Manoel Museum and Theater has one more plus point for tourists which is its Courtyard. It is a place inspired by Roman culture. Although it is small courtyard but best area for relaxing and thinking. It offers you a showcase of art and craft expo and well planned living space to spend memorable time with your loved once.

Fish Market Marsaxlokk

If you are still curious about Malta’s culture than head toward the  Marsaxloxx fish market. It is most famous and elegant place to visit. It is located near coastal town of fishing thats why knows as fish market. With the passage of time this market spread out and cover many things you can buy like toys, clothes, seafood, sweets and many more.

You will face crowd if you come this market on Sunday. Otherwise in week days it is less crowdy and easy to move around. The walkaway along seaside is the main attraction for professional photographers and for those who want to capture the memorable moments. You can enjoy more by seeing many colorful small boats in shinny clear water in old city. It has a big church in public square. You can have a huge variety of amazing fresh seafood in Marsaxloxx by catching it from sea and enjoy on your plate in your dinning place.

Marsaxlokk is a small, traditional fishing village in the South Eastern Region of Malta. It has a harbour, and is a tourist attraction known for its views, fishermen and eyed boats or luzzu boat

St. Peter’s Pool

After the review of three famous places, move toward the fourth one which is its stunning St. Peter’s Pool. It is a very unique location which attracts the guests who love swimming and sunbathing. After spending time in  Marsaxloxx, you can easily walk toward St. Peter’s Pool.

It is very important for you to bring a travel guide or a map with you. Before going you should have enough information about the location by which means you can go there. You can only head toward this pool by walk, no transportation is suitable because of its pedestrian way. Shops and stores are unavailable. You must have a water bottle in your back pack and a best quality sunblock on your body due to sunny weather.

When you reach this pool location you will be amazed by its beautiful scenery. Its crystal like glowing water is super blessing for eyes to see. The pool structure looks like horse shoe. You can dive and swim as well to enjoy at your best. All your hurdles during the way to pool will be payoff.

St. Peters pool beach at Malta island

San Anton Gardens

Malta has indoor and outdoor places to visit and explore. One of the outdoor location is its beautiful San Anton Garden. It is small in size but the beauty of dancing peacocks are extraordinary. They dance and roam throughout the garden which attracts the children very much. The garden has beautiful pool with ducks swimming in it.

Every one allowed to enter in this garden. You can also enjoy your time here by watching poultry including  unique and different breed of chickens.

The park remains open from 7am till 7pm. It is a short time but you can cover the whole garden by walk. You can also visit Attrad town near this garden. It is a worth seeing village with natural beauty and colorful constructions. Your trip will be super amazing and memorable.

Art work and a water fountain surrounded with trees and a small walkway in the San Anton gardens in Malta March 10,2020

National Library of Malta

If you plan your trip to Malta than its National Library is a gem to watch. It is near President Palace featuring a sculpture of Victoria Queen.

The interior is very well designed. National Library is not only incomparable as interior wise but also has a large collection of different novels, journals, periodicals and books written by famous authors.

You can enjoy reading all day and come anytime in winters while in summers it is open in morning only.

Valletta, Malta – July 10, 2019: The National Library of Malta, known as Bibliotheca, the Statue of Queen Victoria, and people in an outdoor cafe in Republic Square (also known as Piazza Regina).

Hoping that this list of famous and unique places will save your time and you explore more in less time.

Have a Safe trip to Malta….

Umair

Explorer, Traveller, Freedom seeker and in love with Crypto.

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