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Gozo being located 5km from Malta which is about half an hour with a boat, it goes without saying that when visiting the island, a day trip to Gozo should be on the list. Conveniently car ferries, such as the gozochannel , go back and forth from Malta and Gozo allowing you to easily continue exploring the island driving around, in case you took a car rental. The views over the Mediterranean are truly breathtaking and extremely energizing and taking a boat around this precious

Gozo is a small island next to Malta, so rich in history and culture which truly exceeds the size of the island. Gozo holds the oldest settlements to be found on any of the neighboring Islands. First habitation on Gozo goes back to the Stone Age, around 12000 years ago which can be seen not only through the Megaliths at Gigantia but even in the Citadel in Victoria. Overtime many foreigners came and took power in Gozo where they made the Gozitans their slaves. The locals have

The Gigantia are the oldest megalithic temples out of all which are found on all three islands, Malta Gozo and Comino and are known to be the second oldest structures in the world . Archeologists have said they are older than the pyramids of Egypt and even the stones at Stonehenge! However, due to their unique size and different figurines or designs found there, it remains a mystery today what these megaliths were used for, who built them and when. The name Gigantia means g

To gain an impression of the history and beauty of this island it doesn’t take much more than simply strolling along different coastal areas. Looking out onto the ocean, hearing the water splash along the cliffs fills you up with extreme amounts of energy. Looking down into the ocean makes you think about how much of the island has gone underwater and gets that history seeker within you going. Walking along the cliffs seeing different coastal towers and ancient buildings make

Malta is a small island in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea situated in between Italy, Tunisia and Libya and due its located held great significance in history, being a base for ships passing through the Mediterranean. Over time the Island was conquered by diverse cultures, to name a few the Romans, Normans, Greeks, Arabs, French and British. All of which have left strong influence on the countries culture which can still be felt and seen today. Traveling through this isla

These ancient city walls along Valletta, also known as the walls of the knights are the most important fortifications in Malta, once serving as protection of the island. Today they offer a fascinating insight into the past as well as an incredible view over the Grand Harbor and it comes to no surprise they are part of the UNESCO world heritage sites. The idea for the fortification stems from 1524, from St John of Jerusalem. After the attack on Malta of the Ottoman force in 15

Time travel by exploring one of the oldest caves found in Malta , the Ghar Dalam, being one of Malta’s oldest prehistoric sites and where remains of the first inhabitants of the Island were found! Located in Birzebugga, this 144 meter long Cave was formed during the last Ice Age. Remarkable findings come from it such as animals from over 500'000 years ago namely baby elephants and dwarf hippopotami. What is extremely impressive is that there are 5 different layer of earth hol

A truly incredible activity which fuels you with so much positive energy is horseback riding in nature and in Malta along the cliffs! In Malta there are quite a few ranches so you can see which ones have good conditions for the horses and also offer tours and simply call them up to see if you can take one! I strongly advise to go either at sunset or sunrise, its truly magical! In Malta I was lucky to find a ranch where they had a trekking tour just along the cliffs and some o

In a small town called Mosta, stands a church with strong significance for the people in Malta. It is know to be the miracle church and also the 3rd largest unsupported dome in the world, made out of limestone, with a diameter of 40 meters inspired by the design of the Pantheon in Rome! What is so unique and special about this church especially for the Maltese, is that during the bombardments in WW2 in 1942, a bomb came through the roof but did not explode. While 300 people

These megalithic structures count as some of the most ancient sites on Earth , some say they are even older than the pyramids of Egypt and many other known ancient sites around the world! It is due to Malta’s incredible megalithic temples why the island plays such an important role in European prehistory and these temples are even a part of the UNESCO world heritage sites . Visiting these temples is an enriching and magical experience, one could even say mystical. The 3 islan

One of the most remarkable landmarks in Valetta, originating from the 16th century shares so much history and today is used as an incredible location to host events! A hospital occupied by St.John from Jerusalem, Napoleon Bonaparte, partially destroyed in world war 2 and today in the 21st century used as a location for events and conferences. Taking a tour through this place of significance I learnt so much about the past of Malta and believe it or not, it was here where I le

Explore parts of this gorgeous island in a different way! Take part in a Segway tour and cruise around the cliffs, see some historical landmarks, encounter some areas which are a popular site used for film locations such as for the TV show game of thrones and most of all embrace the beautiful view! On one of my first days in Malta I took a Segway tour with an incredible guide who shared many exciting stories about the islands history and its culture. I got to see such beautif

Exploring the Archeological sites of Kourion in Limassol, Cyprus I took a day trip, rented a bike from Limassol’s “Nextbike”, drove for 2 hours in over 30degrees to get to the archeological sites. Once I was there I explored the various different historical sites. Near the end to my trip there was also a fire which started on the mountain close by and I took some footage of how the fire was extinguished by planes. Shortly after I biked back. I can only recommend this site. If

An archaeological site so rich in history and culture, it truly is any explorer’s paradise! From Greek mythology, to Hellenistic, Roman and Christian history, the culture and mystery to be found in Kourion will keep a long lasting impression on you and for many, it will even open new horizons of research! It doesn’t come as a surprise that Kourion is one of the most important archeological sites on the Island Cyprus! Overall information The whole site has been inhabited durin

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