2. Malta
The history of Malta can be traced back to 4,500 B.C. The island came into
prominence when inhabitants of bordering Sicily employed sea vessels to sail
across the water.
3. Enriching History of Malta
Malta spun off from the Phoenician empire and roots in the story of Carthage.
However, Malta reverted to the ownership of Romans during the second Punic
War (218 B.C.). Further, they held over under Rome until the Vandals barged
into the island in 395 A.D. However, no records exist that would throw light
on the turmoil the island rode out throughout the years, spanning over till
535 AD.
4. Valletta
The Capital of Malta is Valletta and has been conferred UNESCO World Heritage
site. The island managed to pull down such an accomplishment courtesy of the
fact that history is steeped into every nook and cranny of the island. Further,
passage of time has drowned the island in architectural history. Also, it is a
host to two harbours, i.e. the Marsamxett Harbour to the northwest and the
Grand Harbour to the southeast.
5. Diverse Elements of Valletta
Valletta is a city and a population of only 6,098 inhabits in the city.
Traditionally, the city has been the main administrative district in Malta. As
opposed to it, a population of over 350,000 has hunkered down in greater
Valletta and hustle and bustle rings out in the city. Further, wide array of cafes
and restaurants are interspersed across the city and you can scout around
assortment of romantic avenues and alleyways.
6. Nutshell Introduction of Sicily
Sicily projects itself as a small island in the Central Mediterranean and
overhangs the tip of the Apennine Peninsula. Further, the narrow strait of
Peninsula, towards the North African Coast ropes it off the Apennine Peninsula.
Mount Etna, which is widely renowned as the tallest active volcano in Europe
inhabits the landscape of Sicily as a prominent landmark. Further, archetypal
Mediterranean climate hovers around the island.
7. It is worth concluding that with such great features of Malta and Sicily, it
becomes imperative for you to head off for Sicily and Malta torus in the
upcoming vacation.
