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The Maltese Islands are situated in the Mediterranean Sea, about 100 km from Sicily and 290 km from North Africa. Here is one of the oldest civilisations in the Mediterranean dating back to circa 5000 years B.C. The official languages are Maltese and English with most of the people also fluent in Italian. Malta's has a series of low hills and slopes heading towards the Northeast and low lying land to the Southeast. 

The Islands have a typically temperate climate offering warm, dry summers and mild winters. They enjoy some 300 days of sunshine and the average rainfall is about 590mm. Temperatures range between 14?C in winter and 32?C in summer.  Valletta is the capital city and houses the seat of Government.

Malta has a parliamentary democracy with executive power resting with the Prime Minister and the Cabinet. Parliament is composed of 65 representatives elected every 5 years. The President represents the unity of the nation. Shops are usually open between 0900 and 1900 hrs. However, in commercial areas frequented by tourists, most shops remain open until approximately 10.00 pm. Shops are not open on Sundays and Public Holidays. There are open-air markets, one day a week, in most towns and villages. The largest is the Valletta market on Sunday mornings. Major Credit Cards, Travellers Cheques and Eurocheques are accepted at most leading shops and restaurants In Malta; you'll explore 7000 years of history yet live passionately in the present.

You'll span the millennia with an astonishing array of things to discover. And wherever you go, the Islands' scenery and architecture provide a spectacular backdrop. The colours are striking. Honey-coloured stone against the deepest of Mediterranean blues, The Maltese Islands have been described as one big open-air museum what makes them unique is that so much of their past is visible today. Delve into the Islands' mysterious prehistory, retrace the footsteps of Saint Paul or see where the Knights of St John defended Christendom but Malta, Here life is lived to the full. Visit locations where Oscar-winning blockbusters were filmed or go off the beaten track into ancient villages Marvel at the fireworks and revelry of the summertime fiestas and enjoy a packed calendar of events all year round.

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