The Maltese Islands....
The Maltese Archipleago consists of three islands: Malta, Gozo and Comino. Malta the largest island, is 237 sq. kms in area; Gozo is 68 sq. kms and Comino, 2 sq kms.
The population numbers circa 370,000. Of these, 28,000 live in Gozo. Comino is inhabited by a few farmers. Because of their strategic position, Malta and Gozo have been inhabited for the past 7,000 years. The two islands have a long and varied prehistoric period: Neolithic, Copper and Bronze age civilisations lasted more than 4,000 years; one can still admire vestiges of those remote times in form of impressive stone temples, a unique hypogeum and remains of skilful handicrafts. The Maltese islands, one of the most charming destinations in the Mediteranean, offers the traveller a unique holiday experience.
Blessed with year-round sunshine and set in crystal clear waters, Malta and its sister islands of Gozo and Comino, can be fascinating setting for a truly memorable vacation. The island numerous cultural, artistic and natural treasures are there to be discovered and are all within easy access from wherever one chooses to stay.
Malta's outstanding archaeological and architectural heritage will act as an impressive backdrop to all of one's activities-a living testimony of 6,000 years of civilisation.
Text by CobainK