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With over 7000 years of history, Malta is located in the Middle of the Mediterrean Sea full of culture and heritage. Dating back to the Neolithic period, here you will find Megalithic temples the oldest free standing structures, remains of the Byzantine, Phoenician and Roman eras.
Consisting of three islands Malta, Gozo, Comino there is plenty to see and do here. Visiting heritage sites, St Pauls Catherdral and explore the Blue Grotto.
You can also retrace the footsteps of St Paul or see where the Knights of St John defended Christendom, see the medieval capital Mdina known as the "silent city". Malta is also becoming a major island in film production with such productions as Gladiator, Troy and Count of Monte Cristo. This island is a highlight to everyones Mediterranean holiday.
Public Holidays in Malta:
* 1 January - New Year's Day
* 10 February - Saint Paul's Shipwreck
* 19 March - Feast of Saint Joseph
* 31 March - Freedom Day
* Friday before Easter Sunday - Good Friday
* 1 May - Feast of St. Joseph the Worker
* 7 June - Sette Giugno
* 29 June - Feast of Saints Peter and Paul (Mnarja)
* 15 August - Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady
* 8 September - Victory Day
* 21 September - Independence Day
* 8 December - Feast of the Immaculate Conception
* 13 December - Republic Day
* 24 December - Christmas Eve
* 25 December - Christmas Day
School Holidays
* Last two days of Carnival (Monday and Tuesday)
* First Wednesday after Easter - Saint Gregory Day
* 1 November - All Saints' Day
* 2 November - All Souls' Day
Climate Chnage: Typically Mediterranean Malta experiences hot and dry summers, with warm and sporadically wet autumns. The winter months are generally short and cool with adequate rainfall.
Currency: Euro.
Electricity: 3 pin rectangular plug as used in the UK.
Visa: Australian passport holders do not require a visa for stays of 90 days or less.
Getting there: Emirates fly via Dubai.
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Sliema/Gzira
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Valletta
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