The Blue Lagoon on the small island of Comino, Malta, is famous for its clear, shallow waters that have an almost unreal blue hue. This beach feels like a natural swimming pool and is great for families, as the waters are calm and shallow.
It’s a popular day-trip destination for visitors from Malta and Gozo. The Blue Lagoon is surrounded by rocky cliffs, and the water clarity is perfect for snorkeling or simply relaxing in the sun.
While Europe is famously dotted with castles, some of the world’s oldest stretch across the Middle East and Asia as well, revealing the deep roots of fortified construction in human civilization.