WATCH: This unearthed video collection of Malta in the 1960s is the coolest

Alessandro Bajada, a local who has a passion for UAV photography and videography, uploaded incredible vintage footage by the late Dr Robert A. Staines of different areas around the Maltese Islands back in the 1960s. The videos, which feature day-to-day life on the island in various localities, are a blast from the past, with some places even being unrecognisable now!

1. Sliema Ferries, The Strand and Kappara

This first one shows the seaside areas of Sliema and The Strand back in the 1960s. The roads were trafficless!

2. Valletta Centre and Valletta Harbour

Amongst other things, this stunning footage shows the Upper Barrakka Gardens and breath-taking views of the Grand Harbour, as well as the bustling streets of the capital.

3. Senglea

What a gem! This third clip shows the backstreets of one of the Three Cities as well as the village feast ready for the celebrations.

4. St Julian’s and Balluta Bay

The now-busy areas are nothing like they used to be. The promenade is still ever present, but life was so different back in the day.

5. Balzan, Lija, Attard

The peaceful streets of what are known as Malta’s Three Villages are featured in this next clip. The tranquil life of Malta in the 1960s really stands out here.

6. Salini

A true treat! The next footage shows a farmer’s life back in the '60s, including salt mining the crystal collected at Salini.

7. Golden Bay and Ghajn Tuffieha

Holy smokes that’s beautiful! There once was a time when beaches weren't always packed like sardines and people could enjoy a peaceful day at the beach at these northern bays.

8. Mellieha

In this clip, a mule turning a water mill in Mellieha is featured – something that has become a rarity nowadays.

9. Stella Maris feast

All the fun, laughter and unity felt at a Maltese festa shines through in this clip of Sliema’s Stella Maris feast. People wait for the procession and a nougat stand is seen – because a festa isn’t Maltese without sweet treats.