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Since it has a sunny climate 300 days a year, it is suitable for summer and winter holiday makers. New Year's preparations continue at full speed in Malta, which is an ideal route, as in the whole world. Street parties, fireworks displays, delicious tastings, shopping and different religious ceremonies await those planning to enter the New Year in Malta.

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TURKEY - Those who want to welcome the new year with the cultures of other countries get New Year's experiences in different countries. Malta, a small Mediterranean country, attracts holiday makers all year round with its historical riches and natural beauties. As in all parts of the world, many different celebrations are held in Malta for the New Year. Malta, which has 32 fireworks factories and has a deep-rooted history in fireworks displays, welcomes thousands of spectators every year with magnificent fireworks displays.

Traditional fireworks

When it comes to New Year's celebrations in Malta, fireworks displays come to mind first. The most spectacular of the New Year's shows takes place in Valletta, the capital of Malta. Those who decide to enter the New Year in Malta will participate in the celebrations with this visual show in 2023, as every year. Again, thousands of people will gather in Valletta to enter the new year with Malta's fireworks. 

Fun in the most glittering beach town of nightlife

After the splendid fireworks displays, those wishing to continue the fun proceed to Paceville, the most sparkling beach town of nightlife on the island, full of nightclubs, bars and restaurants. The entertainment continues until the first hours of the morning in Paceville, which is always crowded and lively. Those who want to celebrate the year 2023 here must make a reservation in advance, as there are no restaurants and bars for the New Year celebrations.

Street parties, indispensable for New Year's celebrations in Malta

Street parties are another option for those who decide to spend the year 2023 in Malta. The historical Florina Castle, which is a quiet place for the rest of the year, hosts huge organizations on New Year's Eve. One of Malta's busiest streets, St. Anne's is closed for New Year's parties. Decorated with the New Year's concept, the street welcomes thousands of people every year on the night of December 31. Those who want to welcome the new year in Malta definitely add street parties to their list.

Feast menu for New Year's Eve in Malta

With visual shows and street parties, Malta has a wide range of activities that satisfy the eyes, and there are also activities that fill the stomach. Those who enjoy New Year's celebrations accompanied by family meals and music prefer traditional festive meals. The feast menu of the gala dinner consisting of pasta, fried potatoes and chicken is quite famous. Then, the night can be crowned with the Imbuljuta tal-Qastan dessert, which combines chestnut, cocoa, tangerine and cloves. Another alternative is the molasses ring, Qagħaq tal-għasel

Church ceremonies for different experiences

Those who want to have a different experience for New Year's celebration, the famous St. John's Co-Cathedral attends crowded gatherings. Before the New Year celebrations, all the churches in Malta and Gozo are decorated with flowers, different events are held, and children sing songs. The most famous and popular of the events held every year is the traditional pantomime performances at the Manoel Theatre. Those who want to welcome 2023 in Malta can choose the ceremonies in churches to get to know Malta's culture and family structure better.

Shopping at "Christmas Markets"

One of the indispensable subjects when traveling to different countries is shopping. Christmas Markets set up in celebration areas and squares are quite common during the New Year celebrations in Malta. For those who want to buy New Year's gifts for their loved ones, there are many options from Maltese lace to glassware special to Malta, to artificial flowers made with Maltese wire, silk and beads, such as ganutell.