Towns and Villages In Malta and Gozo

The MALTESE ISLANDS are Malta, Gozo, Comino, Filfla and Fungus Rock. Only the first three are inhabited, but the other two are well known for their flora and fauna. The main Islands however are MALTA and its sister island, GOZO. Malta is virtually at the centre of the Mediterranean 93km south of Sicily and 288km north of Africa. Population is approximately 400,000.

Bugibba - Malta

Bugibba

Buggibba & its neighbour Qawra are Malta's largest, seaside resort towns. The coastline stretches from Salina Bay to St Paul's Bay taking in some of the Islands' best open sea views and a vista over St Paul's Island.  The flat rocks on the shoreline provide places for sun bathing and there are access points every so often for swimmers. Numerous Bars, Restaurants, & a Casino may be found in this area. Neighbouring towns are St Pauls Bay & Xemxija.

Marsascala- Malta

Marsascala

Marsascala, is still renowned as fishing village & its excellent fish restaurants. The Maltese refer to Marsascala as "Wied Il-Ghajn". In the summer months, Marsascala is full of activity, with the various bars & restaurants usually chock a block for lunch and dinner. The long U-shaped coastline and beach, its rocky promontories and its multicoloured fishing vessels give the town a typical Maltese character. Neighbouring towns are Marsaxlokk, Zabbar & Zejtun.

Mdina - Malta

Mdina

Mdina is the old capital city of Malta  situated in the centre of the island. Known locally as the "Silent City". Mdina commands a breathtaking and magnificent view of the Island & although it is fully inhabited with no more than a couple of hundred residents, silence remains the name of the game. Mdina  brings a calming atmosphere as you walk along its narrow streets & ways, passing by some of the best Norman & Baroque architecture on the island. Neighbouring towns are Rabat & Dingli.

Mellieha - Malta

Valletta

Mellieha, is one of Malta's most picturesque tourist destinations. The town centre is perched on a hill overlooking Mellieha Bay. Fine hotels, restaurants, shops and a majestic baroque church (built in late 19th century) may be fouund in Mellieha. Mellieha is also home to Malta's longest stretch of sandy beach, better known to the Maltese as "Ghadira". Neigbouring Towns are Xemxija and Cirkewwa.

Mgarr - Gozo

St Julians Bay

Mgarr pronounced "hymn - jar" is home to Gozo's Ferry Terminal and stretches upwards to the top of the  Mgarr Harbour. Mgarr enjoys panoramic views of Malta and Comino across the Gozo channel. The to and fro of the fishing boats and the incomparable vistas add a unique touch to this lovely town. Mgarr is also very popular for its hub of fish restaurants situated close to the waters edge.

Nadur - Gozo

St Julians Bay

Nadur is perched on the eastermost hill of Gozo with its baroque Parish Church dominating the skyline. The church is dedicated to St Peter & St Paul. The village enjoys a sizeable village square, and just off it one will find a number of restaurants and shops. With its beautiful countryside Nadur offers some of the best country walk-routes on the island. Nadur is also home to one of Malta and Gozo's most entertaining Carnival displays, which shouldn't be missed if you are around at this time.

Naxxar - Malta

Naxxar

Naxxar, is a typical maltese village situated in the centre of Malta and is only a 10 minute drive away from the pupular tourist destinations of St Julians, Sliema, St Paul's Bay, Bugibba and Qawra. Naxxar has retained most of its original character with many typical houses of character situated in the sought after St Lucy Street. Naxxar also enjoys a beatiful tea garden - Palazzo Parisio, a wine bar and a few restauarants. Neighbouring Towns are Gharghur and St Pauls Bay.

Qawra - Malta

Qawra

Together Qawra and Bugibba now occupy almost the entire peninsula on the east side of St. Pauls Bay. More or less merging with Bugibba. Qawra is more restrained than its noisy popular neighbor, with a choice of slightly more superior accommodation. Hotels and apartments have been mushrooming here since the 1970`s. Numerous Bars, Restaurants, & a Casino may be found in this area. Neighbouring towns are St Pauls Bay & Xemxija.

San Lawrenz - Gozo

St Julians Bay

San Lawrenz is a village situated in the west of the island of Gozo. The village is built upon a flat surface surrounded by three hills - Ta' Ghammar, Ta' Gelmus and Ta' Dbiegi. The latter is 195 metres above sea level and boasts the highest point in Gozo. San Lawrenz also has within its territory the beautiful Dwejra Bay which is renowned for its unique ecological aspects, not only recognised by all Gozitans and locals but also internationally.

Sannat - Gozo

St Julians Bay

Sannat is a small, typical village in southern Gozo, Sannat (pronounced sun-aat) is one of the few places where you can still see the old craft of Gozitan lace being made. In the summer elderly women seated outside their homes make shawls, table mats or lace-edged handkerchiefs. Beyond the village, the cliffs of Ta Cenc drop 180m down to the sea & walk along a country road will bring you to the pretty little inlet of Mgarr Ix Xini Bay.

Sliema - Malta

St Julians Bay

Sliema or "Tas-Sliema" in Maltese, is located on the North East coast of the Island. A major commercial & residential area, with a number of lidos, waterpolo clubs, bars & restaurants lined up on the coast. Sliema is also home to a lovely promenade which connects to its neighbouring towns on either side - St Julians & Gzira. Numerous hotels may be found on this coastline.

St Julians - Malta

St Julians Bay

St Julians or "San Giljan" in Maltese, is home to Spinola Bay, one of the prettiest bays in Malta. St Julians is a stone throw away from Paceville which is the entertainment capital of the Islands offering both tourists and locals a wide array of Discos, Bars , Restaurants, a Casino and some excellent Hotels. Many now consider Paceville and St Julians as one. Neighbouring Towns are Sliema & St Andrews.

St Pauls Bay - Malta

St Pauls Bay

St Paul's Bay or "San Pawl il Bahar" in Maltese, is well known for the number of fish restaurants & an excellent fish shop where one can buy fresh catch of the day. Just off St Paul's Bay are St Paul's Islands where St Paul was shipwrecked in AD60. Close by to the Islands there is an underwater statue of Christ Our Lord  which is often visited by diving enthusiasts. Neighbouring Towns are Bugibba & Xemxija.

Valletta - Malta

Valletta

Valletta is the Capital City of Malta and is often referred to by the Maltese as "Il-Belt" meaning "The City". Valletta is surrounded by Majestic Bastions & is full of Magnificent Buildings, Palaces, Catherdrals, Churches, Museums & the Teathre. Cafes, Wine Bars & Restaurants are aslo abundant. Do not miss the "City Built By Gentelemen for Gentelemen." Neighbouring Towns are Floriana, Msida & Ta' Xbiex.

Xemxija - Malta

St Pauls Bay

Xemxija is derived from the Maltese Word "Xemx" which means the Sun and pronounced as "Shemsh". Xemxija is a seaside Village on the northern part of the Island just outside St Paul's Bay and a short distance from the holiday town of Bugibba. Ideally situated for those requiring less hectic surroundings than Bugibba and Qarwa, but still close to beach clubs, restaurants and bars. On the west side of Xemxija lies some of the most fertile valleys in Malta.  Neighbouring Towns are Bugibba & St Paul's Bay.

Zejtun - Malta

Zejtun

The Village of Zejtun, is situated in the South East of Malta. The centre of Zejtun is on top of a hill which overlooks Marsaxlokk, Marsascala and St Thomas Bay. The name Zejtun Originated from Phoenician and Semetic Arab meaning the fruit of the olive tree. In Arabic "zaytun". In Maltese itself the word is now used only as a place name, and the word "zebbug" is now used both for the olive tree and its fruit. Neighbouring towns are Marsaxlokk and Marsascala, two villages renowned for delicous fish restaurants.

Zurrieq - Malta

Zurrieq

The village of Zurrieq, is the largest village in the south of Malta. Home to the picturesque harbour of "Wied iz-Zurrieq" & the renowned Blue Grotto. Zurrieq and neighbouring towns are rich in archaeological and historic sites, including several ancient chapels, a tower, & ancient tombs. Zurrieq is a typical Maltese village where the pace of life is slow and relaxed and above all - quiet. Neighbouring towns are Qrendi; Kirkop and Safi.


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Buggibba & its neighbour Qawra are Malta's largest, seaside resort towns. The coastline stretches from Salina Bay to St Paul's Bay taking in some of the Islands' best open sea views and a vista over St Paul's Island. The flat rocks on the shoreline provide places for sun bathing and there are access points every so often for swimmers. Numerous Bars, Restaurants, & a Casino may be found in this area. Neighbouring towns are St Pauls Bay & Xemxija.

Marsascala, is still renowned as fishing village & its excellent fish restaurants. The Maltese refer to Marsascala as "Wied Il-Ghajn". In the summer months, Marsascala is full of activity, with the various bars & restaurants usually chock a block for lunch and dinner. The long U-shaped coastline and beach, its rocky promontories and its multicoloured fishing vessels give the town a typical Maltese character. Neighbouring towns are Marsaxlokk, Zabbar & Zejtun.

Mdina is the old capital city of Malta situated in the centre of the island. Known locally as the "Silent City". Mdina commands a breathtaking and magnificent view of the Island & although it is fully inhabited with no more than a couple of hundred residents, silence remains the name of the game. Mdina brings a calming atmosphere as you walk along its narrow streets & ways, passing by some of the best Norman & Baroque architecture on the island. Neighbouring towns are Rabat & Dingli.

Mellieha, is one of Malta's most picturesque tourist destinations. The town centre is perched on a hill overlooking Mellieha Bay. Fine hotels, restaurants, shops and a majestic baroque church (built in late 19th century) may be fouund in Mellieha. Mellieha is also home to Malta's longest stretch of sandy beach, better known to the Maltese as "Ghadira". Neigbouring Towns are Xemxija and Cirkewwa.

Sliema or "Tas-Sliema" in Maltese, is located on the North East coast of the Island. A major commercial & residential area, with a number of lidos, waterpolo clubs, bars & restaurants lined up on the coast. Sliema is also home to a lovely promenade which connects to its neighbouring towns on either side - St Julians & Gzira. Numerous hotels may be found on this coastline.

St Julians or "San Giljan" in Maltese, is home to Spinola Bay, one of the prettiest bays in Malta. St Julians is a stone throw away from Paceville which is the entertainment capital of the Islands offering both tourists and locals a wide array of Discos, Bars , Restaurants, a Casino and some excellent Hotels. Many now consider Paceville and St Julians as one. Neighbouring Towns are Sliema & St Andrews.

St Paul's Bay or "San Pawl il Bahar" in Maltese, is well known for the number of fish restaurants & an excellent fish shop where one can buy fresh catch of the day. Just off St Paul's Bay are St Paul's Islands where St Paul was shipwrecked in AD60. Close by to the Islands there is an underwater statue of Christ Our Lord which is often visited by diving enthusiasts. Neighbouring Towns are Bugibba & Xemxija.

Valletta is the Capital City of Malta and is often referred to by the Maltese as "Il-Belt" meaning "The City". Valletta is surrounded by Majestic Bastions & is full of Magnificent Buildings, Palaces, Catherdrals, Churches, Museums & the Teathre. Cafes, Wine Bars & Restaurants are aslo abundant. Do not miss the "City Built By Gentelemen for Gentelemen." Neighbouring Towns are Floriana, Msida & Ta' Xbiex.

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Mgarr pronounced "hymn - jar" is home to Gozo's Ferry Terminal and stretches upwards to the top of the Mgarr Harbour. Mgarr enjoys panoramic views of Malta and Comino across the Gozo channel. The to and fro of the fishing boats and the incomparable vistas add a unique touch to this lovely town. Mgarr is also very popular for its hub of fish restaurants situated close to the waters edge.

Nadur is perched on the eastermost hill of Gozo with its baroque Parish Church dominating the skyline. The church is dedicated to St Peter & St Paul. The village enjoys a sizeable village square, and just off it one will find a number of restaurants and shops. With its beautiful countryside Nadur offers some of the best country walk-routes on the island. Nadur is also home to one of Malta and Gozo's most entertaining Carnival displays, which shouldn't be missed if you are around at this time.

San Lawrenz is a village situated in the west of the island of Gozo. The village is built upon a flat surface surrounded by three hills - Ta' Ghammar, Ta' Gelmus and Ta' Dbiegi. The latter is 195 metres above sea level and boasts the highest point in Gozo. San Lawrenz also has within its territory the beautiful Dwejra Bay which is renowned for its unique ecological aspects, not only recognised by all Gozitans and locals but also internationally.