Ix-Xewkija is a historic village (the oldest on the island) best known for its parish church dedicated to Saint John the Baptist. This remarkable church at the center of the village is Gozo's largest religious monument; its dome is a distinctive landmark visible across much of the island. Located on a peninsula between two natural harbours, in the south-eastern part of the island nation, is Valletta – the capital city of Malta. With an area of 0.61 sq. km, it is the southernmost capital of Europe and the smallest capital city of EU. Valletta is Malta’s chief cultural center and also the country’s administrative and commercial hub. Valletta has the island’s largest harbour – Grand Harbour. Where is Malta?

The waterfront is also a hub of restaurants and cafés, most of which have pleasant outdoor terraces overlooking the sea. In the evenings, many families stroll along the waterfront promenade after dinner. St. Paul’s Cathedral | Vilhena Palace | Mdina Gate | Mdina Dungeons | The Mdina Experience Malta Political Map Combine a half-day visit to Gozo with a late afternoon stop and swim at the Blue Lagoon. Not everyone needs a full day out at the Blue Lagoon, and combining a visit there with a trip to Gozo can be a great solution. In summer, these are the best options I can recommend: Blue Lagoon + Sunset Tour of Gozo by Quad Bike or by Tuk Tuk. (TIP: Get 5% off using coupon code MALTA5)There’s a water shortage in Malta because it gets little rain and hot temperatures. Also, there are a lot of people there. Because nature can’t supply half the water Malta needs, it’s been desalinating seawater since 1982. You will find white taxis also on the island of Gozo however these tend to be more expensive. It is suggested to prebook your taxi or airport transfer with a local company. The Azure Window. The Azure Window was a cliff outcropping with a hole in the middle. It collapsed on March 2017. With an area of 316 sq. km, Malta is the 10 th smallest country in the world. With a population of about 5.15 lakhs people, Malta is the 4 th most densely populated country in the world.

One80 Kitchen & Lounge – Further up the hill towards the village, this restaurant is renowned for serving high-quality cuisine, whether in the modern dining room or on the terrace offering panoramic views. Mitħna – This former mill (hence the name) converted into a restaurant has welcomed a number of celebrities visiting Malta. Use the Bus System: The Island of Gozo has an excellent bus system that provides access to all of the top tourist attractions on the island. Although the Gozo buses run less frequently than on Malta, this mode of transportation is an easy-to-use and affordable way for tourists to travel around the island. The second harbour is at Marsaxlokk where other villages are located around it. The old capital was Mdina until the arrival of the Knights of St. John. It is located more in the central area on a high hill surrounded with fortifications a good vintage point to observe any arriving ships over the horizon and a considerable view of the island sea shore.

Population 493,559 (end of 2018); most densely populated with an area of just 316sq km on both islands. Attard, Lija and Balzan located in the central area all linked to each other. Accommodation in these areas are limited. The best in these areas are the gardens which form part of the official residence of Malta’s President which are open to the public. Numerous old houses with beautiful architecture line the old streets of the localities as they were inhabited by wealthy local families.