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Comino is a very small island that lies midway between Malta and Gozo. Sparsely inhabited by just a few farmers, it is very peaceful and is a favourite day trip destination from Malta for both tourists and the Maltese. The tourists and locals come to Comino to camp out or spend their day hiking across the island and more specifically visit the blue lagoon.

To the northeast of Malta resides Sliema. It is beside the town of St. Julians. The town used to be where Malta's upper-class and aristocracy resided. Yet, today the area is most popular for its shopping centers, bars, restaurants, and hotels. The town got its name from a chapel, which was built in dedication to Stella Maris in 1855. The chapel was a valuable landmark to the area's fishermen. More specifically, the name is derived from the opening words of the Hail Mary, "Sliem Ghalik Marija" in Maltese. The definition of Sliem in Maltese is "Peace," or "Serenity". The town is rather large for a residential area, and its population is approximately 15,000. Many expatriates also populate the town temporarily.

The Republic of Malta is an independent state in Europe. It is located centrally in the Mediterranean sea. Malta is the smallest member of European Union in size. The article outlines the location of Malta, the land mass, the capital city, the culture, and the map.

Malta Beaches are known for their clean and clear bathing water in the EU, and evaluation of excellent quality standing at 100%. The 2014 EEA Report of European bathing water quality placed Malta as the top state in the EU. There are also some of the beaches in Malta which have adhered to safety, sustainable development, environmental management and other standards, making them Blue Flag certified.

On the island of Malta and north of the capital Valletta, visitors can find the town of St Julian’s – or San Gilijan – famous for its fun-filled daytime activities and a hotspot for nightlife. Though the town is small, with a population of about 8,000, its Paceville area abounds with luxurious hotels, a variety of restaurants and many trendy nightclubs. In addition, the superb summer weather ensures that visitors enjoy long walks on the seafront Promenade. On the last Sunday in August, both local people and tourists enjoy the annual feast of St Julian’s, after whom the town is named. Standing at 98 metres and the tallest building in Malta, the Portomaso Tower dominates the landscape.

Tourists all over the world over have always been a target for bag snatchers and pick-pockets. In fact wherever crowds gather, you can be sure your friendly local pickpocket will be on the lookout for the unwary visitor. Now though, with the added risk of terrorist attacks across Europe, greater numbers of people are asking, is Malta safe?