Mellieha Malta
Further north from St Paul's Bay lies the town of Mellieha, which sits on top of a hill, overlooking the 'tail end' of Malta.
An attractive hilltop village with a
central street winding downhill. It is also surrounded by fertile valleys and most spots provide good panoramas of the countryside, the Bay (which has the longest beach in Malta) and northwards towards Comino and Gozo
Recent developments, together with one of the best villa estates in
Malta, have made the town popular with Maltese and visitors alike. One can also find some good restaurants, accommodation in hotels and holiday apartments ,villas and bungalows
Mellieha
is one of Malta's most picturesque tourist destinations. The town centre boasts
of its splendid hotels, fine restaurants and traditional cute shops. It has a
unique primary school, a majestic baroque church (built in late 19th century)
and various cultural organizations, including band clubs, sports clubs, an
orchestra, various religious societies, a parish community centre and an
environmental pressure group. Since 1993, local affairs are being run by the
Mellieha Local Council, an institution made up of seven councilors, elected
every three years by the people.
 Mellieha's
main festive season occurs in the first two weeks of September and reaches its
climax on the 8th September. During these days various cultural
manifestations are held, such as musical concerts, fireworks, folk singing, art
exhibitions and the traditional religious procession. The town's people,
are renowned for their laborious nature, their ironic sense of humor, and their
friendliness and hospitality. Those who visit us, no matter where they hail
from, do not merely enjoy themselves but feel at home.
As long as
Mellieha preserves its great archaeological and historic heritage, its unique
natural environment, and its traditions and costumes, its people, "Il-Mellehin",
can look forward to a bright future
The
Village Festa - September 8th: The Village festa of
Mellieha is on September 8 that remind the locals of some of
the most important historic events from the glorious history
of the Malta. The celebration, apart from the religious
feast that is also celebrated in Mellieha, Senglea, Naxxar,
Xaghra. the celebration is for the commemoration of the
victory of the Knights of St John and the Maltese in the
Great Siege over the Ottoman Turks in 1565. A ceremony
is also still held annually in Valletta, by the Great Siege
Monument in front of the Courts. These days September 8 is
also considered as one of the five National Holidays of
Malta. The Village festa to watch is usually organised by
the Church where the locals offer help in the full
organisation. Malta is well known for its Village festas
that are very much a part of local life and tradition. Malta
being a relatively very religious country and celebrates
these festas with a great heart.
Local
opinion : The area is an excellent place to stay for
holidays in Malta. Since It is located in the north of
Malta, one can easily go to Gozo or Comino for a day. Whilst
towards the other side- southward, one can visit St Julians,
Sliema for further nightlife and entertainment. Crossing
over from Mellieha to Gozo is easy and would just require a
5 to 10 minute drive to the Gozo Channel car ferry terminal.
From Mellieha to the other side of the island for example to
St Julians would take approx 15 to 20 minutes drive. So the
location is ideal to explore the islands of Malta whilst on
holiday. The north of Malta is also ideal due to being
relatively closer to larger sandy beaches, apart from its
own beach in Melliehabay. Nearby beaches are Golden sands
Beach, Ghajn tuffieha and Gnejna which are all beautiful
beaches to spend a day at the beach. Most beaches also offer
facilities such as public facilities, a bar or beach bar
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