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The set of the 1980 film, great for children. There is also a restaurant, two small swimming-pools and sunbathing areas.
Popeye Village, also known as Sweethaven Village, is a purpose-built film set village that has been converted into a small attraction fun park, consisting of a collection of rustic and dilapidated wooden buildings. It is located at Prajjet Bay/Anchor Bay, 3 km (1.9 mi) from the village core of Mellieħa, Malta.
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Around 140 species of migrating birds are seen annually in this reserve.
They are excellent! The bay is generally calm, and the depth slopes very gradually along the main beach making it very safe for swimming. Look out for the jellyfish, though!
A tunnel complex dug out during World War II as a bomb shelter. Bits of information are scattered about but the main point of interest is the size of the tunnel dug out with basic tools. Talk to the ticket seller for a more detailed account of the history. Located just off Parish square (follow the alley with painted murals).