There is so much more to Malta than just sand, sea and sun, although if you have come to the islands of Malta for the beaches, you will not be disappointed as there are some excellent beaches. For those of you who are looking for a little more from their holiday we have a list of the best things to see and do on your island vacation.
Malta is a republic, whose parliamentary system and public administration is closely modeled on the Westminster system.
Malta has had a system of local government since 1993, based on the European Charter of Local Self-Government. There are at present 68 local councils (54 in Malta and 14 in Gozo). Sixteen "hamlets", which form part of larger councils, have their own Administrative Committee.