Malta attractions. What to see in Malta? The most beautiful island in Europe!

Malta is the southernmost country in Europe and at the same time the sunniest country on our continent! It offers plenty of tourist attractions and wonderful places that are definitely worth seeing! Nowhere else have we experienced such a boon of attractions on an area smaller than our Krakow. Here you will find magnificent orange cliffs covered with azure water, amber beaches, history dating back to prehistory and charming narrow streets. Here, the word "climate" can be changed in many ways.

The following guide to Malta will not only tell you what attractions and sights to visit on the island, but also provide you with a lot of useful practical information that will help you plan your Maltese holidays and stay on the island, or rather on several islands - Malta and Gozo.

Malta as a state consists of several islands, 3 of which are inhabited. The largest of them is Malta, and the remaining inhabited islands are Gozo and the smallest of them, Comino. We visited the first 2 islands during our 5-day stay in Malta.

Attractions of Malta, or what to see in Malta!

It is impossible to count the attractions and beautiful places that have accumulated on this small area. Traveling here is like a fairy tale, like fulfilling children's dreams of beautiful places and unearthly views. Lost beaches in blue and azure bays, rocky cliffs falling vertically into the sea or extremely atmospheric towns with sand-colored buildings, colorful doors with knocking and sophisticated, one-of-a-kind balconies in all the colors of the rainbow! The sun, water and an incredible feast of colors are something that is memorable and fantastically describes this place. Check out Malta's top attractions!

Magic Mdina - the former capital of Malta!

We are captivated by the beauty of this island. Our first steps on it were directed to a very beautiful town. Mdina was the capital of Malta, so it seems unlikely that today it is called the City of Silence. Although there is no shortage of tourists during the day, the city freezes in the evening, because only about 300 inhabitants live here. And during the day it delights with the undeniable charm of this place. Among the thick walls, in the narrow streets, you can get lost like a child and soak up the atmosphere of this noble city. Founded by the Phoenicians in the 8th century BC.

Entering Mdina, you pass the famous gate, Mdina Gate, which appeared in the famous series "Game of Thrones". It's amazing to follow in the footsteps of famous actors, because the whole of Malta is a great movie location, where super productions were shot, such as Gladiator or Troy, which I consider to be the best works that have ever appeared on screens.

Within the walls of Mdina you will see:

• St. Paul's Cathedral, accessible in the heart of the city, along with the Museum located next to
• Mesquita Square, a pleasant square with a well and a cafe, also shown in the series Game of Thrones
• Interesting panorama of Malta from the bastion
• The famous blue door (Mdina Blue Door), a favorite place for photos, bougainvillea on the building blooms already in March, most beautifully reportedly in May and June
• Vilhena Palace from the Museum of Natural History right at the gate
• Mdina Glass store with glass, lintels and other souvenirs, also at the gate
• Lapels on the door, an indispensable element of Mdina and all of Malta, take amazing shapes, lions and dolphins are often found

Practical information about Mdina:

• You'll walk in here or ride in a cab. Circular traffic is very limited here for good luck. Very narrow streets definitely look better without cars, and it's also much easier to walk
• Quite often you have to give way to horses in the streets
• The car can be left in the parking lot in nearby Rabat, which translates as a suburb. The car park is public and basically free of charge, but you will most often meet the parking gentleman, who is usually given 1 or 2 euros

Discount or suburb - Mdina's neighbor in Malta

St. Paul's Cave and catacombs, including St. Paul's, await you in Rabat. These are the largest in all of Malta and we have not denied ourselves the pleasure of visiting them. Catacombs, or graves of the dead, make an unprecedented impression. The labyrinth of corridors and rooms carved in rock evoke Roman times and the first Christians. Moreover, Mdina and Rabat are considered the cradle of this faith in Malta.

The faith was aroused by Saint Paul, who stayed here for 3 months when his ship crashed on the shores. In 60 AD, therefore, a sumptuous basilica was created here, of which he is the patron. Moreover, Maltese people do not hide their attachment to Christianity, which is especially evident in Rabat. There are many images of saints and crosses.

A ticket to the catacombs also entitles you to enter the nearby Museum. It used to be a Baroque residence of the Order of St. John. Today, you can admire beautiful paintings here, including portraits of the Grand Masters of the Order of Malta. Of course, there are many more valuable works of art here.

Practical information about the Discount:

• The Catacombs of St. Paul, the Grotto and the Wignacourt Museum can be visited with one ticket, which costs 6 euros
• Under the basilica, it is worth tasting the cannoli from the stall, it is a local sweetness, with various fillings
• The car can be left in the public parking lot, basically free of charge, but here you will most often meet the parking gentleman, who is usually given 1 or 2 euros

Blue Grotto, this cruise is the best attraction in Malta !

A cruise to the Blue Grotto is a dream come true. It is conquered here with such views that you can kneel with impressions! Do not be afraid that you will run out of time for it, because it takes only about 15 minutes. It also does not cost much, because it costs 10 euros per person. In a boat of several people (we had 8 people sailing), we sail along rocky, beautiful cliffs, and after a while we enter several caves. Of course, the Blue Grotto makes the biggest impression. The windows in the rocks and the sun, which is there all year round, make the play of lights and shadows breathtaking. There are places where you swim in total darkness, so that suddenly after a smooth maneuver of the boat you will be delighted by the most beautiful colors, reflected on the surface of the water and the walls of the caves. Azure, blue, navy, but also purple, yellow... You have to see it with your own eyes!

It is completely safe, you swim in the hoods, and the boat guide explains everything and helps you see the most interesting things. This is very useful because everything happens so quickly, and in addition there is a strong desire to capture everything in photos and videos. A few hundred meters away, you can walk to the viewpoint, where you will see the Blue Grotto in all its glory from above.

Practical information about the cruise:

• It takes place in Wied że-Żurrieq
• It takes about 15 minutes
• It costs 10 euros per person
• It is best to sit in the front row of the boat, so that nothing disturbs your views
• It is best to plan it by noon, because then the light is better
• Free parking is available at the marina. Here is a curiosity, voluntary fee for "parking". We met such gentlemen in car parks in many places on the island, they are usually given 1 or 2 euros, which is what we did.
• There is also a free car park a few hundred meters away, next to the observation point, from where we are a few steps away from the panorama of the Blue Grotto, the sea and the uninhabited islet of Filfla. This is the southernmost point of the state
• You can also get to both places by bus

Ghajn Tuffieha - Malta's most beautiful beach, perfect for sunset!

The place that intimidated me the most with its beauty was Ghajn Tuffieha, although I prefer the English name Riviera Bay. It is not the beach itself, but a whole complex of beaches and a bay gloriously cutting into the jagged shore. Beautifully lit and sunny, as is the whole of Malta, which is the sunniest place in all of Europe. It worked well during our March trip and we did not miss the sun every day! 

And if you are wondering where to go for a sunset, since there is such a high probability that it will work well, then I highly recommend Ghajn Tuffieh. Located in the north-west of Malta, just south of Mellieha. It is best to come here a little earlier to go around the area, because it is fantastic and sit on a high cliff for a spectacle hidden in the sea of a golden ball.

Downstairs, there are beaches with amber sand. You will see several of them in sight, and the most popular is the sandy beach of Golden Bay, with its developed infrastructure. During the high season, these beaches are crowded, and even in March you won't be lonely. But there is plenty of space around and if you want, you can find a secluded corner. 

The trekking advantages of Ghajn Tuffieh suited us very well. We were happy to walk along the green paths and among the orange rocks and dark hills that resemble the lunar landscape. You can meet chameleons here in the trees, but we did not succeed. And I really regret it. 

And below, Malta's magnificent colours are complemented by turquoise and water garnet. We enjoyed these views for several hours. This place reminded me a bit of Balosin Crete and I think it can compete with that paradise beach. Although in azure colors, Balos captivated me more! 

Practical information about Ghajn Tuffieh:

• Free parking is available on site, but it can get crowded on warm days
• You can also get here by bus, although it can also be troublesome in high season, because there are a lot of people willing
• Parking and tourist infrastructure with water equipment, deck chairs and a bar are also waiting for you in the nearby Golden Bay

Marsaxlokk, a colourful fishing village in Malta!

While in Malta, few tourists miss this charming place. It's the most beautiful fishing port we've ever seen. It is famous for its colorful boats, called luzzu. They are often decorated with additional characteristic eyes. It is a reference to the eyes of Osiris, the Egyptian god of death and reborn life. They are meant to protect those floating on the turbulent waves of the Mediterranean. 

The striking array of colours against the background of sand-coloured buildings and the rays of sunshine over the azure bay blend perfectly and reflect the atmosphere of Malta well. Its multiculturalism and richness of impressions. Southern temperament, while maintaining peace and quiet.

An interesting name Marsaxlokk is a combination of two words: Arabic marsa (port) and Maltese Xlokk (dry sirocco wind blowing from Africa, or more precisely the Sahara). It shows the uniqueness of the Maltese language. It is the only language from the Semitic group that is written in the Latin alphabet. It's a mixture of Arabic, Italian, French and English. It is difficult to learn and quite foreign. Fortunately, it is one of the two official languages in Malta. The second one is English, so you can easily get along here, especially with young people.

Every Sunday, the port hosts the famous fish market. Then it is crowded here too. We were on another day, but the stalls with food and souvenirs were set up anyway. Here we tasted strawberries, for which the season in Malta lasts a long time and starts in March!

Valletta - the capital of Malta!

Valletta is certainly a unique capital. You will not find skyscrapers here, but a lot of monuments. It is even called an open-air museum. Apparently, you will not find such a density of valuable buildings anywhere else in Europe. Therefore, it is fully inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List! 

In the fifteenth century, knights of the Order of Malta arrived on the island. They moved the capital first to Birgu and then to Valletta. The most important temple, the co-cathedral of St. John, rises in the center of the city. It is considered the most beautiful church in all of Malta. And although it is quite raw from the outside, the interior really impresses. It is a real pearl of the Baroque. It is not cheap, because it costs 15 euros per person, but it is worth admiring this unique decor. The walls are tightly covered with beautiful gold ornaments, and the floor covers the tombstones of the Maltese knights of the Order. In addition, two pearls of Caravaggio's brush are waiting in the private chapel. This is Saint Jerome writing and the Beheading of Saint John - the largest painting created by Caravaggio and at the same time his most famous work.

Maltese cities have a remarkable ability to encourage walking. They are usually tiny, shaped like our neighbourhoods. The crossing of the main street from one end to the other takes about 20 minutes. However, it is worth delving into the tight corners. Here we found Caffe Berry, known to Polish travelers. There is Polish service here. It is very nice to talk in Polish in Malta, besides, this possibility happens quite often, because there are a lot of tourists from our country. Caffe Berry is famous for its delicious pistachio cappuccino. These are basically two in one - coffee and sweetness. You have to try it!

On another street, we found The Pub. Do you remember Proxima from Gladiator, the slave owner? This is Oliver Reed, who ordered a large portion of alcohol here and, unfortunately, after drinking it the next day, he was found dead. He had a heart attack. Today, this set is called The Legend. The sudden death of the actor forced the creators to show his other shots and use computer effects to complete the story of Proximo.

However, the most famous places in Valletta can be found on the south-eastern shore of the capital. These are the two beautiful gardens of Barrakka - Upper and Lower. A salvo of honour from a cannon is fired from Górne at high noon and at 4 p.m. Probably all tourists in the city come here for this event. And here the Polish accent. The brave sailors of the Polish destroyer ORP Kujawiak were commemorated here in the form of a plaque. During World War II, they ended their lives here, drowning after influencing a mine. During this war, Malta was under the sovereignty of Great Britain, and its strategic location resulted in constant air raids. Polish soldiers took part in the defense of Malta.

The gardens and their immediate surroundings offer a fantastic view of the Tri-City forts on the other side of the water. It is worth taking a walk along these paths. Also after dark, when the lighting adds extra climate. In the most beautiful corner of Valetta, on the steep isthmus of St. Lucia, we met with well-known bloggers. With Karolina and Piotr from Rude and Czarne, who are specialists in Malta, because they have been living here for several good years. Their guides helped us plan our trip, so we recommend it.

Practical information about Valletta:

• A ticket to St. John's Co-Cathedral in Valletta costs 15 euros per person
• A ticket to the Palace of the Grand Masters costs 12 euros per person
• There are quite clear parking rules all over Malta. Along the roads in the cities on white lines you can park for free. You can't stop on the yellow ones
• However, this rule does not quite work in the case of Valletta, which you will not drive into by car. You can stop in the nearby town of Floriana, where the rules work similarly, but in addition, time limits were introduced on white lines, which we did not know about, hence we paid the fine. Fortunately, not very high
• There are also large parking lots. Payable at the price of 4 euros for the whole day and next to it free of charge, with the parking man to whom you can pay some change. Location of the Goto paid car park: https://maps.app.goo.gl/BWS1eRKkDp4pMJzd7
• From these car parks, you will be in the centre of Valletta on foot in a few minutes

Birgu - the most beautiful city in Malta!

Of course, in our opinion, we were most touched by it. Charm, peace and quiet that we have not experienced even in Mdina.
And we started his sightseeing with a gondola, which conquered my experience. The cruise took a moment, from Valletta. We decided on a gondola and not a ferry, because it is more pleasant and even faster, because the gondolas were waiting for tourists. And this is a much cheaper alternative to Venetian gondolas, a one-way cruise costs 2 euros per person. They are much less lavish, but familiar!

Birgu is one of the Tri-City towns that can be clearly seen from the terraces in the capital, Valletta. Birgu itself was the capital of Malta before, as the first seat of the Order of the Knights Hospitaller. When the capital was moved to Valletta after the attacks of the Ottoman Empire, Birgu lost its importance, but not its charm.

Tight corners with harmonious houses and colorful doors create one of the most beautiful urban experiences. Among the major attractions of the city, it is worth mentioning the Inquisitor's Palace or the Collegiate Church of St. Lawrence. It is also worth visiting the Norman house. It is a private building that dates back to the thirteenth and maybe twelfth centuries. It is said to be the oldest building in the city. The medieval sense of beauty and simplicity captivate, and the owner talks about it very interestingly. After all, he knows it like the back of his hand, because he did most of the renovation work himself. The house is open, the owner is hospitable, and the proverbial "what grace" is left for sightseeing. We did not expect Birgu to charm us so much. Be sure to look here, and you won't regret it!

Practical information about Birg:

• You will sail by gondola from the marina under the Upper Gardens in Valletta, near Victoria Gate: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VFLdwRYVshWUg8HY6
• A one-way swim to Birgu costs €2 per person
• Visiting a Norman house pays "what grace"

Cliffs of Dingli - interesting places in Malta, worth seeing

According to tradition, St. Paul's boat crashed in the north of the country, on the shores of the tiny island of St. Paul. We admired the rocky cliffs on the opposite side. From the south of Malta, these high, very picturesque cliffs, called Dingli, guard. Among them is the highest peak of Malta, but it is not a demon of height, it is only 253 meters above sea level.

The cliffs make an incredible impression. These rock formations grow almost vertically out of the water, creating an insurmountable barrier. I strongly recommend spending some time here for a walk. It is not often you can get in touch with such beautiful nature! You will find a beautiful view of them near the chapel, the Chapel of St. Mary Magdalene. It is worth visiting this place, as well as another viewpoint located a few hundred meters away.

Practical information about Dingli

• access to the cliffs is free of charge
• parking at the chapel of St. Mary Magdalene is free, you can also stand by the street next to the second lookout point for free

Gozo attractions. What to see on a nature island?

The second largest island is Gozo, very beautiful and much wilder than Malta itself. There are much fewer cities on the whole island, but you can see many more virgin corners. We'll tell you which ones are worth visiting. I wrote a whole separate article about the attractions of Gozo (linked above), here I list only the most important attractions of the island that you need to see. Visiting Gozo can be done in 1 day, but it is worth taking the ferry early in the morning, preferably around 8.00 am, and planning the whole day here until sunset. Ferries, both car and passenger, run throughout the day and even at night.

Al-Mixta Grotto and Ramla Bay 

Al-Mixta Cave is a rock niche with a wonderful view in the background. It is located in a private area, but it is available free of charge, parking is also free of charge, but you have to walk a few hundred meters. From the cave, you can descend quite steeply to Ramla Bay Beach. It is the most beautiful and largest sandy beach in Gozo.

Dwejra Bay

A few years ago, there was a rock window falling into the water. Azure Window has unfortunately collapsed, but it is still very picturesque here. Daenerys and Khal Drogo had their wedding here. Anyone who has watched Game of Thrones knows what this is all about. Free entrance, free on-site parking

Sanap and X-lendi

The most beautiful cliffs fall through a white wall to the sea in the south of the island. They are perfect for sunset, there are trekking paths.

Il-Mielah window

The window in the north of the island, not as picturesque as the Azure Window, but still persists. Majestic cliffs can be seen near it.

Victoria

Victoria, or Rabat, is the main city on Gozo, with the Citadel, a powerful basilica and atmospheric streets where you will find many references to St. George. Under the basilica you will find a statue of St. John Paul II. This is another Polish accent in this country.

Megality Ggantija 

Ggantija are megalithic temples, really fascinating, because they are older than the pyramids in Egypt and Stonehenge in Great Britain. They date from 3600-3200 BC. They are located in the heart of the island of Gozo, near Victoria

Practical information about Gozo

• The car ferry cost us 20.35 euros, for a car + 2 people. It's a round-trip ticket, payable at the end
• It is best to get to the ferry around 8.00 am, we were after 9.00 am and waited around 1 hour
• Tickets to Ggantija Megaliths cost 10 euros per person 

Map of Malta's top attractions

We've highlighted all the experiences we've visited on the map below to make it easier for you to find them and plan your trip to Malta. Don't miss them when exploring Malta.

Our video from Malta

I also invite you to see our film from this beautiful island.

Restaurants in Malta - what and where to eat?

Although Malta is tiny, it offers plenty of restaurants, bars and pubs. I will recommend you a few of them, which we have checked ourselves and which are worth choosing.

In Valletta, I definitely recommend you not only a tasty place, but also a beautiful one. This is Pizzeria San Paolo Naufrago. In the evenings, it can be crowded, it is best to sit outside, because the place is located on the stairs, on a steep isthmus, on St. Lucia Street. A good pizza can be bought here for 10 euros (if you are not very hungry, it is enough for 2), a paste for about 12 euros. The climate is priceless.

In Valletta, it is worth visiting Caffe Berry, the service here is Polish, and in addition, they serve a delicious pistachio cappuccino, which contains so many sweets in the form of a cream on a glass that they can be treated as a 2 in 1, coffee and dessert. It costs 4 euros.

In Birgu, we ate at the market, at Cafe Du Brazil. We took traditional Maltese ftirs, or sourdough bread, usually with sardines, tuna, fresh tomatoes and olives. You can also take it with ham. Ftira with tuna cost 5 euros, the others were a little cheaper and were usually around 4 euros in restaurants. I particularly liked the one with tuna.

I tasted a similar ftira on the Golden Bay beach, and Łukasz ate a wraparound with ham there. In fact, we split it in half, as we often do. Both snacks were tasty. I also recommend fresh, squeezed orange juices. Although I remember that in Turkey they were bought for a discount, here the price is almost 4 euros.

In Rabat, near Mdina, I recommend tasting another Maltese specialty under the basilica, i.e. sweet cannoli. It's a sweet wrap with various fillings, I tasted pistachio. Quite sweet and I will admit that before I finished, I was a bit crushed, but that's because I had eaten chocolate before. However, we did not refuse it, because we like to spoil local dishes and specialties wherever we are. And cannoli cost just 1.5 euros.

On the other hand, in Gozo in Rabat (Victoria), on the main square, where several cafes spread their tables, I ate typical fast food: fries, nuggets and salad. It cost 10 euros. We did not look for expensive restaurants so as not to significantly increase the price of our trip. We had nutritious breakfasts every morning at our hotel. In addition to sandwiches, there was always something warm and dessert.

Accommodation in Malta

There are also plenty of hotels. On booking you will find a full offer depending on your needs and preferences. We slept at the Ta' Tereza Hotel in Sliema. 

It is very close to Valletta and the marina from which you can sail to Valletta. The car is a few minutes away. The hotel is of a very good standard. A room with its own bathroom, refrigerator, water (only on the first day, but it was cleaned every day). There was only 1 duvet in the bed, which rarely happens in hotels, but here it was very wide. We booked a good deal and got a big discount on this hotel. We paid 233 euros for 4 nights for 2 people, including the tourist tax paid on site (4 euros).

As I mentioned, the price of the stay included breakfasts, very decent, not typically Mediterranean, consisting only of toast and jam. Here there were various types of bread, cold plate, plus scrambled eggs, hot sausages and English beans in sauce (baked beans). Every day there was also dessert in the form of grandmothers, cookies and sweet croissants. In addition, juices in several flavors and various types of coffee. Until late, there was also  a bar and a restaurant.

And on the roof of the hotel there was a swimming pool with a beautiful view. March may not be the best time for a morning band, because then it is still cold, and during the day we visited intensively, but I took advantage of it once.

Virtually the only drawback of the Hotel was the lack of parking spaces, so we had to look for them in the city every evening. Sometimes it went better, sometimes it went worse. The location practically in the center of Sliema meant that the parking spaces at the streets were full. We had to look for places marked in white, because only such places are allowed to be parked. But it wasn't loud at night, which I was afraid of. It was quiet and peaceful. We can honestly recommend this place to you!

Where to rent a car, i.e. by car around Malta. Rental, roads, left-hand traffic and car parks

There are also quite a lot of rental companies, and from what we have heard, not all of them are worth recommending, because there are some fees that have not been agreed in advance. We rented a car at Daniel's Car Rentals and we are very satisfied. We recommend it from the heart. We asked about everything earlier, still in Poland, and ordered a car in advance, which was waiting for us at the airport, immediately after landing on the island. We looked at the car, took photos of each side, signed the contract quickly and went sightseeing.

The car was fully refueled and so we returned it, at the airport, immediately before the flight, so we had no additional problems with looking for public transport. For 4 days, we paid 85 euros for a small Peugeot 108. In addition, we spent... the entire 20 euros on gasoline. Such a charm of this country is tiny, so you do not travel long distances here. In addition, we had full insurance and a provision that in the event of an accident we would not pay more than 450 euros for the damage.

Left-hand traffic and road rules

Please note that traffic in Malta is left-handed, making it difficult for drivers from Poland to move around the country. In addition, the Maltese drive quite nervously, they do not always stick to the rules. And apparently they even drive quite often under the influence of alcohol. On the roads in the city you can move at a speed of 50 km/h, outside the city 80 km/h, but you from the rental company advised us not to drive faster than 60 km/h. That's what we did. Roads aren't great, drivers can be unpredictable, and pedestrians can suddenly crawl in front of a hood.

Łukasz was driving on the left side for the first time. It wasn't easy on the first day. It was hard to get used to. He only started riding more confidently when we had to leave the island. The roundabouts are basically simple, because you just have to look to the right. And there are a lot of them. Worse with standard intersections, there are often no lines on the roads, and we even happened to have another car overtaking us at the intersection! Roads are also often hard uphill, so starting from a manual one is the basis.

Car parks

As for parking, there are quite clear rules for parking in the city in Malta. You can park free of charge in places marked with a white line. Do not park on yellow lines. There are places, such as Floriana, where you park while visiting Valetta, where white lines, usually free of charge, are temporarily fortified. Therefore, you can stay free of charge, but only for a certain period of time, which is indicated by the sign next to the road. We did not know about it and paid a fine. Fortunately, it is not very expensive, because it costs 23 euros. However, it is worth remembering!

Practically in every city and at many attractions there are public parking lots. By definition, it is free of charge, but sometimes there are parking gentlemen standing there. A little self-proclaimed, I guess. But usually everyone pays them 1 or 2 euros. That's what we did.

When is it worth going to Malta?

Malta boasts up to 300 days of sunshine a year. This means that you can actually fly there all year round. Rather, I strongly advise against summer. Then there are tiring heat and the attractions of the island are crowded. Poles often choose this country in winter, even in December and January. Most Poles visit this place during the winter holidays. Then there is a bit more precipitation and clouds, but often during the day you can even undress up to a short sleeve. Popular months are March, April and November. 

We were just in March. For more than 4 days, a drop of rain did not fall on us. It only rained for a while when we were in the catacombs, underground. By the time we left, the sun was already shining. It accompanied us all day long. There were moments behind the clouds, but only for a moment. We could have spent the last two days all in a swimsuit, it was so warm. We even went to the sea, a lot of people bathed on the beaches, even more sunbathed. In winter, nature wakes up here, in summer the vegetation is already burnt out. In March, it was very green and a lot of flowers were blooming. It's such a full spring! There are winds, sometimes strong, especially over the sea. If you are planning some cruises, remember to choose a windless day if possible, because in the wind boats often do not leave. Malta is a small island, Gozo and Comino are even smaller, so you don't need much time to explore it.