An island country in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea with year-round pleasant weather and a perfect balance between cultural sights and natural beauties, Malta is the ideal destination for either a short escape or a long vacation in Europe. Malta is an archipelago but only the country’s three largest islands are inhabited: Malta, Gozo and Comino. With some of Europe’s best beaches and a gorgeous capital city, Valletta, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980, Malta is one of the most exciting countries in Southern Europe and one of the world’s top summer destinations.