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MALTA
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rich colors envelop you while the
scenery mesmerizes at every turn. Here you will stand
in awe at the contrast from the deepest of
Mediterranean blue waters to a landscape of honey-
colored hues, and the sparkling sun that glistens upon
it all. Travel back in time to prehistory approximately
5500 years ago and explore the remains of an
extraordinary and sophisticated society that inhabited
the Maltese Islands in the Neolithic Period. Trace
history from that point on through to the times of the
Phoenicians, the Carthaginians, the Romans and the
Byzantines. Walk in the footpaths of St. Paul who
brought Christianity to the area after being
shipwrecked on Malta. See how the Arab occupation
impacted the island. Experience the art of
Caravaggio, Mattia Preti and Favray from Malta’s
golden age after Charles V bequeathed it to the
Knights of Saint John. It's a place that not only
showcases the influences of its diverse rulers, but has
also created an eclectic identity all its own since
becoming independent in 1964. Beyond its amazing
storied past and modern present, Malta’s year-round,
pleasant Mediterranean climate and coastal
splendors set the stage for a near endless range of
outdoor activities to enjoy as well as lively nightlife and
culinary options that abound. Come live the magic of
Matla!
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When in Malta
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Malta, the Pearl of the Mediterranean
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