Islands with a millennial history and unique nature

OLD demesne knightly order Slowly, as if the page adventure novel, reveals the story of heroic small island country - Malta. In Fort St. Elmo costume for a year are held historical parades, which allow guests to get acquainted with the island time of the flowering of the Order of St. John. For many centuries, Malta was at the center of military events in Europe. Here were the Phoenicians, the Roman and Byzantine Empire, Arabs, Carthaginians, and the British Empire. About these difficult times, reminiscent of the numerous fortifications, with observation towers and walls are magnificent views of the Maltese town and the harbor. Malta and its islands occupy a central position in the Mediterranean region. With a population of about 370,000 inhabitants living in an area of ??320,000 square kilometers, the Maltese Islands can be considered the most densely populated country in Europe. Demographic situation in this small island nation of local residents determined not completely. Each year in Malta comes more than a million tourists, because this little piece of land completely covered with historical monuments and architectural masterpieces. On the island there are ancient stone temple, which is much older than the pyramids in Egypt. There is something to see, is where to relax, have a place to entertain. Many tourists make the sea journey around the three islands that make up the country, Malta, Comino and Gozo, while admiring the wonderful panorama that can be opened from the water. Waves of the sea work their magic, creating his fantastic pictures, they complement and diversify the facades of modern and historic hotels, the medieval fortress and beautiful cliffs. Maltese - believing people. Numerous churches shine with beauty and luxury. Religion for the people of Malta does not mean the mere humility. Colorful, fun and noisy place feast Our Lady of Victory, which is celebrated on September 8. It is dedicated to the anniversary of the great victories over the Turks, the capitulation of Napoleon and the end of the bombing of the Second World War. See also: Island of the memorial - a perfect combination of history, culture and feminine beauty, Cuba, Malta, Maldives