Caught the travel bug? Here are 10 underrated destinations you can directly fly to from Malta
Summer has begun and you know what that means: travel!
Now that the weather’s better, we can take our pick at whatever destination we would like to visit, and our choices are made easier thanks to the countless direct flights operating out of Malta’s airport.
Amongst these destinations, one can find many underrated locations that are sure to be cheaper, calmer, and just as beautiful as your conventional holiday spots. Here are ten of them:
1. Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Cluj-Napoca is situated in north-western Romania and is the country’s fourth most populated city.
The city has many cultural institutions and sights to be discovered, such as the Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral and Cluj-Napoca Botanical Garden (pictured here).
2. Poznań, Poland
Found along the River Warta in Central Poland, Poznań is one of the most culturally significant regions in the country. Some of the many sights in Poznan include the Poznań Town Hall (pictured below), a historic city hall that is now a museum, and Park Sołacki, a natural park that anyone from children to birdwatchers can enjoy.
3. Pescara, Italy
Located in the region of Abruzzo, Pescara is divided in two by the Aterno-Pescara river. On either side of this river, one can find several sights, such as Pescara’s historic city centre and the Pineta Dannunziana Nature Reserve (pictured here).
4. Niš, Serbia
Niš is the Serbia’s third largest city, situated in the country’s southern region. One of the most important cultural sights in Niš is the Niš Fortress, found on the bank of the Nišava River (pictured).
5. Chania, Greece
Found on the island of Crete, Chania has a long and rich history, reflected perfectly in its wide array of sights. The old and new towns of Chania coexist, and appeal to any kind of traveller. At the heart of the old town, one can find the Venetian port and 16th century Venetian lighthouse. While the lighthouse is no longer operational, it is still one of the most prominent attractions in Chania (pictured below).
6. Billund, Denmark
One of this city’s biggest selling points is hands down the original Legoland resort (pictured), which was built in 1998. The Lego Group is based in Billund, adjacent to the theme park, and has a Lego factory on the outskirts of town.
The Lego Group is responsible for building the Billund airport back in 1964 – an event that has helped connect Billund to the rest of the world.
7. Tallinn, Estonia
The Estonian capital was known by the name of Reval between the 13th and 20th centuries. Most of Tallinn’s sights are located in the Old Town, which is further divided into the Upper and Lower Town.
The Upper Town, known as Toompea, is a heavily fortified town which always been the seat of power in Estonia. In fact, the medieval Toompea Castle now houses the Estonian Parliament. The Lower Town is one of Europe’s best preserved medieval towns – with restorations still ongoing. There are a number of medieval churches to be explored, such as St Nicholas’ Church which was built in the 13th century (pictured above).
8. Amman, Jordan
The fourth most visited Arab city, Amman is home to countless museums, including The Jordan Museum, which houses the country’s most valuable archaeological findings.
One of the most famous archaeological sites in Amman is Al-Khazneh, which is believed to have been a mausoleum for Nabatean King Aretas IV in the 1st century AD. This temple, carved into sandstone, is also known as the Treasury, due to 19th century beliefs stating that it contained treasures.
9. Budapest, Hungary
The Hungarian capital is the ninth-largest city in the European Union according to population. The central area of the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasting several examples of classical architecture like the Hungarian Parliament and the Buda Castle. The Buda Castle (pictured below) sits on Castle Hill, an area known for its medieval, Baroque and Neoclassical architecture.
10. Riga, Latvia
Riga is the capital of Latvia, and its historical centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Some of the many sights that one can explore here include the House of the Blackheads (pictured) – a meeting and banquet venue built for upper class merchants in 1334 – and Bastejkalns Park.
Where would you like to visit?
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