Europa CEPT 2019 National Birds on cover from Malta

Malta's two-stamp issue features the Blue Rock Thrush. This bird was chosen as the national bird of the Maltese Islands in 1970. It is a starling-sized bird, 21-23 cm in length with a long slim bill. The male features a striking blue color with darker wings and tail - an appealing contrast to the less striking female with its brownish-grey color. This species lives a solitary life and in Malta it is seen along the cliffs of the western and northern coast and nests in cracks along inaccessible cliffs. Blue Rock Thrushes may live up to 10 years. This wonderful set is released on 9.5.2019.


Thank you, Rosmarie!

Malta: Valletta

This is my first postcard from Malta, and what a nice sight! I must go there someday!
A UNESCO's World Heritage Site, Valletta  was founded on 28 March 1566. Its magnificent network of fortifications extend over 27 km and are perfect example of Renaissance military architecture. The dignified palaces and churches built by the knights of St John form an impressive architectonic complex that led it ti being described as "a city build by gentlemen for gentlemen."

Stamp is Christmas (from set of three), issued on 14.11.2015.

Thank you very much Silvan!