Itinerary to discover the most beautiful beaches of Comino and Malta, a paradise in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea.
Belonging to the archipelago of the Calypsee Islands, Cumin e Malta they are a true paradise in the Mediterranean Sea. Only 80 kilometers away from the Sicilian coasts, these two islands really have nothing to send to the Caribbean thanks to a blue sea with crystal clear water that welcomes diving and snorkelling enthusiasts.
With its extension of approximately 315 km², Malta is the largest of the islands in the archipelago, while Comino is much smaller in size (only 3,5 km²) and owes its name to cumin, the wild fennel that grew on its soil arid. Many legends fill the pages that tell the story of these islands in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea and which saw the passage of Phoenicians, Greeks, Carthaginians, Romans, but also Arabs, Normans, Aragonese, French and English. Ulysses also sailed through these seas during his return journey to Ithaca because mythology places the island of Calypso precisely in this archipelago, to be precise in Gozo.
Comino, Kemmuna in Maltese, is located between the islands of Malta and Gozo and peace and tranquility reign supreme also thanks to a very small number of residents. One of the main attractions of the island is the blue Lagoon – in Maltese Bejn il-kmiemen – between Comino and Cominotto, the very small, completely uninhabited island just 100 meters from its bigger sister. As already indicated by its name, the Blue Lagoon boasts an exceptional sea with transparent water and a seabed rich in marine fauna. To preserve this natural paradise, the canal has been closed to boats since 1993. The inlet is almost completely surrounded by rocks and you will only find a small stretch of beach, but swimming in the crystal clear waters of the Blue Lagoon is a must, even if during the summer months of July and August finding a free space to spread out your towel on the beach can become very challenging.
A short distance from the Blue Lagoon is the Santa Maria bay, another ideal place for a moment of relaxation between white sand and a fabulous sea. Our itinerary continues towards St. Nicholas bay, a privileged place for scuba diving, but also the perfect setting for suggestive walks by the sea.
Furthermore, in Comino there are numerous coves and those who love hiking will discover real postcard landscapes in the less touristy places. Among these we highlight the Ras I-Irieqa cliff approximately 40 meters high and a truly unique place in the world. It should also not be forgotten that Comino represents a very important wildlife reserve for birds and those who have the patience will be able to try their hand at birdwatching.
Visible in the south-west part of Comino is the imposing Tower of Santa Maria, built in the 1618th century as a watchtower to protect the island from attacks by corsairs, who often found shelter in its coves. Another building in Comino that is worth a detour is the Chapel of the Return of Our Lady from Egypt, built in XNUMX and the only church on the small island.
If the most beautiful beaches of the archipelago are found in Comino or Gozo, Malta also hides truly enchanting places. Most of its coast is rocky, but in the northern part there are the very famous and crowded sandy beaches among which stand out Paradise bay, Ghadira bay, Golden bay and Balluta Bay.
Less frequented is the beach Tuffy's eye... perhaps due to the long staircase that you need to climb to reach it and which discourages those less motivated to undertake the undertaking (especially on the way back). At the end of the descent, a small solitary beach will amply repay you for the effort spent and the rocky hills covered in typical vegetation that frame this corner of paradise will be the ideal backdrop for your holiday photos.
Armier Bay it is a large beach ideal for those looking for a bit of tranquility. The crystalline sea characterized by a deep blue and the beach of fine white sand make it an oasis of peace where you can enjoy long swims, relax or even try water sports such as surfing or windsurfing.
A site of considerable interest it is also Peter's Pool, a natural swimming pool in the south-west of Malta near Marsaxlokk. The more adventurous will be able to dive into the green and blue depths directly from the cliffs. The crystal clear water makes this place one of the favorite destinations for snorkelling enthusiasts, but even those who love spending a day in the sun will certainly not be disappointed.
In short, don't miss the opportunity to spend a few days between Comino and Malta, the uncontaminated and sometimes wild nature, the beaches of fine sand and the crystal clear sea make these two islands the perfect place for both sportsmen and women who love swimming and diving both for those who want to enjoy a suggestive sunset over the sea.
The official languages ​​of Comino and Malta – which have been part of the European Union since 2003 – are Maltese and English, but don't worry because Italian is understood and spoken correctly by most of the local population.
