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This is the Upper Barrakka Garden in Valletta. Valletta is the capital city of Malta and it is full of amazing places that you can visit like churches, museums and monuments. From the Upper Barrakka you can see a beautiful view of the Grand Harbour and its fortifications. by Kayden Grech

This is Blue lagoon. It is found in Comino. It is one of the most beautiful seas in Malta. It is known for its crystal clear turquoise blue water and cliffs around. It is a perfect location for swimming in Summer or for taking a hike in Winter. by Isaac Debattista

Mdina is Malta's old capital city. It has always been the home to Malta's noble families. It is full of impressive palaces that line its narrow, winding streets. Mdina is a fine example of an ancient walled city, with a mix of medieval and baroque architecture. by Tenishia Bugeja

Fomm ir-Riħ literally means The Mouth of the Wind. Being one of the highest places in Malta on the cliffs, it is always caught in the wind. But it also offers amazing views of the countryside, the sea and especially the sunset. by Nikolai Attard

Xlendi is a very typical fishing village in Gozo. Xlendi is surrounded by the sea, the countryside and impressive cliffs that you can climb by stairs, leading to the most beautiful views ever. It is popular for swimming, snorkelling and (because of its reef formations) diving in Summer by both beginners and expert swimmers. by Kendra Agius

Twin to Mdina, Cittadella is the fortified old city that dominates Victoria, Gozo. Within the city one can see the magnificent baroque cathedral dedicated to St. Mary, several museums, a world war 2 shelter, grain silos and the old gunpowder magazine. by Jeremy Ciantar

Ħaġar Qim temple, and its brother Mnajdra, stands on a hilltop overlooking the sea in the South of Malta. It is one of the oldest standing structures in Malta. Both sites are in the UNESCO World Heritage list. The temples date between 3600 - 3200 BC in Maltese Prehistory. They were excavated in 1839. One of the prehistoric chambers at Ħaġar Qim holds an elliptical hole which is hewn out in alignment with the Summer Solstice sunrise. At sunrise, on the first day of summer, the sun’s rays pass through this hole and illuminate a stone slab inside the chamber. by Charlene Cacciattolo

The Three Cities are Birgu, l-Isla and Bormla. They are also known by the names given to them by the Knights of Malta: Vittoriosa, Senglea and Cospicua, referring to the victory of the Great Siege of 1565. They are also collectively called The Cottonera, referring to the bastions that Grandmaster Nicola Cottoner built around them in the 17th century.These cities and their harbour inlets have been used since forever, always providing a living for local people and a safe harbour for its rulers. by Elisa Camilleri

Literally means Apple's Eye. This is one of the most beautiful sandy beach on the island of Malta. The fact that it is slightly less accessible the beach still maintains a more natural atmosphere. Efforts are made by several NGOs to stop erosion by planting tamarisk trees and samphire. In Winter, it is perfect for a lovely hike around the cliffs surrounding the bay. In spring, the beach is surrounded by flowers and greenery . A watch tower from the time of the Knights stands on a cliff at one end of the bay; and a fascinating rock formation on the other. by Ezekiel Caruana

Dwejra is on the West coast of Gozo, known for its “inland sea” (small bay surrounded by high cliffs) and the as the site where the Azure Window (naturally formed rock arch on the coast) once stood proudly. It's a unique location with stunning views, clear water for snorkelling and is home to a rich and diverse wildlife and underwater features such as parrot fish, bream, Moray eel, lobster, octopus and much more. The inland sea is a small bay surrounded by high cliffs and connected by a 60-metre long cave that leads you out to open sea. Close by there is what is known as The Blue Hole which refers to a natural, 10-meter wide inland sea pool right in front of the former location of the Azure Window. The Blue Hole leads into a deep crevice that opens up into the open sea. by Benjamin Heller

Sliema was originally a small fishing village but during the British colonisation the village was transformed into a place for British inhabitants who looked for a quite respite. Today is mostly filled with hotels, bars, restaurants, apartments and offices, thus creating a blend of hustle and bustle of city life and a more easy-going British lifestyle. Its coastline (the promenade known as Il-Front) extends towards Ta’ Xbiex and Gżira on one side and towards St. Julian’s on the other. The front, in fact, is a wide walkway that joins these three towns, where you’ll find crowds any time of day. by Selen Phillips Rubio

Marsaxlokk literally means Southern Port, since the village actually is in the South East part of Malta. Marsaxlokk is the largest fishing village in Malta. It is mostly popular for a daily open-air market, offering a selection of the finest fish restaurants on the island, for the peaceful walks around the coast and harbour, as well as for its secluded and beautiful swimming zones. On Sundays, many Maltese visit the Marsaxlokk fish market to buy from the morning’s catch.

Dingli cliffs are the highest point of the Maltese Islands at around 253 metres above sea-level. The cliffs offer a majestic sight both when viewed from a boat while cruising as well as from the top. The views are breathtaking, with the small terraced fields below, the open sea, and Filfla, a small uninhabited island just across. It is mostly attractive at sunset, especially during Summer. Many locals go for long peaceful hikes along the cliffs in Winter.