Malta has been placed 10th in a list of the top islands in the Mediterranean compiled by travel website TripAdvisor.

"Our travellers have identified the hot islands in the Mediterranean this summer, especially if you want sun, sea and dancing all night," the website says.

The list was compiled according to "traveller popularity and editors", Reuters said.

Commenting about Malta, TripAdvisor said: "Steeped in culture and history, Malta also features beautiful beaches and secluded coves, making the island feel like paradise.

"Stroll along Dingli Cliffs, watching the sunset at the highest area in Malta or visit the impressive Hypogeum temple featuring the sleeping Venus of Malta at the entrance."

Heading the list is Cyprus with Aphrodite's birthplace as the centre of attraction for tourists in the eastern Mediterranean.

Greece had the highest number of islands in the list, including Corfu, Crete, Santorini, and Mykonos. These were followed by Ibiza, Sicily, Majorca and Capri.

"All of these islands offer pristine beaches and their own unique features," said TripAdvisor's Michele Perry.