Malta: A Medieval Experience

Malta is the smallest country in the European Union but it is not without charm. A visit to Malta is a journey back in time to the medieval past.

The Island's attractions: the neolithic & megalithic temples in Malta & Gozo, Mdina--the Silent City, the unique rock formations in Dwejra Point, the Blue Grotto, Valetta -- the Fortress City, Marxalokk Village, and many more but these are among the sights I saw during my visit to Malta.

VALLETTA: MALTA'S CAPITAL

Valletta is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Everything within the city is preserved from the time it was built. Valletta is a heavily fortified city. Thick, high walls were erected around the city perimeter in 1565 after the siege of Malta. This was done so to avoid destructive attacks from the Ottoman Turks.

1. This is the aerial view of Valletta.

2. The Walls of Valetta

3. Streets of Valletta

NATURAL ROCK FORMATIONS

1. The Azure Window at Dwejra Point

2. The Blue Groto

3. Inland Sea at Dwejra Point

4. Mushroom Rock

NEOLITHIC TEMPLES

1. Hagar Qim: megalithic temple that is older than the pyramids in   

    Egypt. It predates the pyramids by a millenium.