Valletta
Valletta is a beautifully preserved 16th century walled city. It was described by Sir Walter Scot at a 'city built by gentlemen for gentlemen'. It is a very small city and forms a rough rectangle at the tip of the peninsula at the Northeast coast of Malta.

The city has a series of squares, each surrounded by a number of palaces and cathedrals. It is a city oft visited by tourists. The city has a population of 7048 and is the capital of Malta. The city was founded by Jean de Vallette the Grandmaster of the Order of Saint John in 1566.

A number of buildings were constructed by the Knights and later by the British in this city. The city contains several historic cafes, meeting places and restaurants. It has two natural harbours-Marsamxett and the Grand Harbour. It is Malta's major port with unloading quays at Marsa, a cruise-liner terminal and duty free stores.

Floriana
Floriana, a suburb of Valletta caters to those who cannot afford the property costs of Valletta. This suburb is a jumble of buildings and alleyways with despicable sanitary conditions. The area known as Manderaggio was partly demolished in 1950s to give way to housing colonies. Traffic within the city of Valletta is very restricted and some of the principal roads are completely pedestrian areas. This city is known for its football club.

Gozo
Gozo is an island that has a distinct character of its own. The pace of life is slower and very few tourists visit it. However, it has its share of medieval buildings, prehistoric temples and would be attractive to those who wish to avoid the rush of tourists. The commercial centre of this island is Victoria. This city is a 17th century which has a laid back feel.

Victoria (Rabat)
This town is the capital of Gozo. The town has a total population of about 6000. The view of the entire city can be obtained from the top of the Citadel or 'Gran costello'. The Norman house on the Citadels ground is an interesting site to visit as the folk museum is located there.

Mdina
Mdina is a 3000 year old city. It is full of baroque buildings and narrow cobblestone streets. It is located on a rocky outcrop about 15 Km west of Valletta. This city is often called the 'Noble city' or 'Citta Notablile' because a number of Malteste aristocratic families who live here. The Norman Palazzo Falzon built in 1495 is the pride of the city and is extremely well preserved. There are a number of tourist spots in this city which attract visitors from abroad.

Hagar Oim
Hagar Qim was built in 3600 BC and is the centre of Neolithic temples and contains some of the oldest known structures built by humans in the world. The Megalithic temple complex is adorned with carved animals and idols, sacrificial altars and oracular chambers made with flint and obsidian tools. Giant limestone ovals have been laid out in a pattern that has been compared to mother goddess figurines found on the site. The greatest attraction of the place is the view of the Mediterranean and the island of Filfla. Hagar Qim lies about 15 km southwest of Valletta.

Comino
Comino is a sleepy island in Malta. The greatest attraction in this island is the number of bays where swimming is fun and snorkelling.

Cottonera
Cottonera has three cities-Vittoriosa, Senglea and Cospicua. Cottonera has a ship building centre that was built during the middle ages. A number of 17th century fortifications can be found around this city. It is not much visited by tourists. However, the Maritime Museum records Malta's naval history and the Folk museum in Vittoriosa caters to those with a macabre taste. The latter displays all the Inquisitors tools of torture and the hall of Judgement which is a dungeon.

To the southwest is the Hypogeum which consists of a 4400 year old underground network of caves, tunnels and rooms all curved out of rock with flint tools.

Inland Sea
Inland Sea stretches to the western coast of Gozo and has one of the most beautiful beaches of the Mediterranean. It is a secluded spot with a pool o clear water and pebbly sand. It is sheltered by sheer cliffs. The greatest attraction here is the Azure Window which is a giant rock arch in the cliff.

Mosta
Mosta is a tourist point. It is well known for the massive church which has the largest unsupported dome in the world. The diameter of the dome is 40 metres. The design of the dome is supposed to be based on the Pantheon in Rome.

Zejtun
Zejtun is a small town in the south of Malta. It has a total population of 11,379 persons. This town is also known as Citta Beland. A number of Roman remains including a Roman Villa, a Church dedicated to St.Catherine of Alexandria and a number of chapels can be found in this town. Various new villages have now been added to form a part of the parish of Zejtun. A number of historical battles have been fought here. Olive oil production is one of the main industries in this city.

Birkirkara
Birkirkara is a largish city with 25000 inhabitants. It is located in central Malta. It has many interesting spots such as the Old Railway station which is now a public garden, the aqueducts near Mriehel and St Helen's basilica. The feast of St Helen is the greatest event in the city and attracts huge crowds.

Birzebbuga
Birzebbuga is a town with a population of 8000 people. The port of St Georges Bay is located in this city. The name of the town means 'land of olives'. This town is well known for ice age relics and fossils found in the cave called Ghar Dalam. The church in this town is dedicated to St.Peter of the Chains.

Sliema
Sliema is a town that is located on the Northeast coast of Malta and is a relatively modern town. It is very popular with tourists and a commercial centre. It is known for its large population of English speaking people. It has some of the largest coastal resorts and is a centre for shopping in Malta. A number of restaurants, cafes are found here.

The commercial and residential areas are extremely well developed and attract the wealthy citizens of Valletta. Elegant villas and town houses line the streets. The city offers a stunning view of Valletta and the sea. It is a great place for the walking enthusiast. There are a number of churches in this town.

St Julian's
St Julian's is a town in Northern coast of Malta. It is known for its tourism oriented businesses. A number of bars, nightclubs attract tourists. It is also known as the home town of Bean growers. St.Julian is the patron saint of the twon.

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