Malta
Maritime
Note increase in exploration with Independence after 1971
Primary Oil Reserves in the Mediterranean area
Many natural bays offer deep water for the shipping industry
Deep water locks for shipping building and repair
Military Vessels from many different countries are managed in these locks
These extremely fast vessels are used throughout Europe...90 minutes to Sicily (if its smooth)
Ferries are also important transportation vehicles about the coasts of Europe/Asia
Massive oil tankers are common in this port as with their repair of the VALDEZ a few years back
Malta is a frequent port of call for the many Mediterranean Cruising Vessels
One of the worlds largest private schooners ........unbelievable on the inside
Private Yachts from all parts of the Mediterranean arrive daily during the summer months
A fairy tale fishing village....my personal favorite
The eye or OCULI on the prows of the luzzu, the traditional fishing boat, are meant to protect the boat from misfortune. The practice is believed to date from Phoenician times.
Like New Orleans with catch each day...restaurants cook only what is available fresh
The final product...magnificent
Tour boats carry hundreds of Europeans passengers each day...few Americans come and they have no idea what they are missing
Pleasure craft abound in these magnificent waters
How is this for an ending ???
