Description Malta & Gozo Bradt Travel Guide Discover the rich history, vibrant culture, and Mediterranean charm of Malta with the fully updated 5th edition Malta & Gozo Bradt Travel Guide. Written by award-winning travel writer and long-time Malta expert Juliet Rix, this guide remains the most comprehensive resource for exploring Malta, Gozo, and Comino in depth. Go beyond the beaches and uncover millennia of history – from prehistoric UNESCO-listed temples older than the pyramids, to Roman catacombs, medieval citadels, baroque masterpieces of the Knights of St John, and the underground wartime command shelters of World War II. Wander Valletta’s grand architecture, admire Caravaggio’s only signed painting, and explore charming village churches and lively festas across the islands. Whether you’re visiting for the world-class diving, rich cultural heritage, Michelin-star dining, or simply to enjoy 300 days of sunshine and warm, clear waters, this guide is packed with insider knowledge and practical advice to help you make the most of your trip. Why this guide? The most detailed and in-depth guidebook to Malta Covers Malta, Gozo & Comino Expert insights from a writer who has updated every edition 70 colour photos & 43 detailed maps Cultural, historical, food & nightlife recommendations Practical travel tips for all interests — from history buffs to beach lovers and divers Perfect for travellers who want to truly experience Malta, not just visit it. Malta is an archipelago in the central Mediterranean between Sicily and the North African coast. It’s a nation known for historic sites related to a succession of rulers including the Romans, Moors, Knights of Saint John, French and British. It has numerous fortresses, megalithic temples and the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum, a subterranean complex of halls and burial chambers dating to circa 4000.
