Mellieħa Bay, Sand beach in northern Malta.
Mellieħa Bay is a sand beach on Malta's northern coast with shallow waters and golden sand extending roughly 800 meters along the shore. The water stays ankle-deep for about 50 meters out, and visibility is excellent, making the beach accessible for various swimmers and visitors.
Development of the beach began in the 1960s as Malta's tourism industry grew, transforming this northern coastal area into a major recreational destination. This expansion reflected the nation's modernization at that time and its shift toward becoming an international travel destination.
The beach draws families on summer weekends who gather here and bring traditional Maltese foods like pastizzi to share. The shoreline is a place where locals spend their free time with close friends and family while enjoying local food traditions.
The beach has rental stations for umbrellas and sunbeds, with lifeguards present from June to September. Regular bus services connect the area to other parts of the island, making access straightforward.
Next to the beach is the Għadira Nature Reserve, which serves as a stopover for migratory birds crossing the Mediterranean region between Europe and Africa. Birdwatchers can spot species here that are not commonly seen elsewhere on the island.
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