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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Malta_(island)Malta (island) - Wikipedia

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   Malta is an island in Southern Europe. It is the largest and most populous of the three major islands that constitute the Maltese Archipelago .The island is situated in the Mediterranean Sea directly south of Italy and north of Libya.

   • Major islands: Filfa, St Paul's Islands, Manoel Island.
   • Archipelago: Maltese Archipelago

   • Total islands: 5 islands that surround Malta

2. www.britannica.com › place › MaltaMalta | History, Language, Map, People, & Points of Interest

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   4 days ago · Malta, island country located in the central Mediterranean Sea with close historical and cultural connections to both Europe and North Africa. Malta is about 58 miles (93 km) south of Sicily and 180 miles (290 km) from either Libya or Tunisia.

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4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › MaltaMalta - Wikipedia

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   Malta (/ ˈ m ɒ l t ə / ⓘ MOL-tə, / ˈ m ɔː l t ə / MAWL-tə, Maltese: [ˈmɐːltɐ]), officially the Republic of Malta, is an island country in Southern Europe, located in the Mediterranean Sea. It consists of an archipelago between Italy, Tunisia and Libya.

   • GDP (nominal): 2022 estimate
   • Arab: 1.7%

   • African: 1.5%
   • Government: Unitary parliamentary republic

5. www.visitmalta.com › enVisit Malta - The Official Tourism Site for Malta, Gozo and ...

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   Discover the beauty and diversity of Malta, Gozo and Comino, three islands in the Mediterranean Sea. Find out about events, activities, culture, gastronomy, diving and more on the official tourism site.

6. www.lonelyplanet.com › top-things-to-do-in-maltaThe 18 best things to do in Malta and Gozo - Lonely Planet

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   • Experience the roar of Valletta's famous cannons. Walking around Valletta, you'll probably hear an almighty bang at noon and 4pm. Make your way to the Saluting Battery to see what all the fuss is about, and combine the pomp of Valletta's ceremonial cannons – traditionally used to fire salutes to visiting naval vessels – and brilliant views across Grand Harbour to Fort St Angelo and the Three Cities.
   • Explore Malta's Three Cities in an electric buggy. Traveling in an eco-friendly electric buggy from Rolling Geeks, embark on a self-drive discovery of the piazzas, avenues, and sleepy backstreets of the historic Three Cities of Vittoriosa, Senglea, and Cospicua.
   • Be challenged by contemporary art in Valletta. Inspired by Valletta's 2018 stint as a European Capital of Culture, several of the city's heritage mansions now showcase contemporary art.
   • Learn about "Fortress Malta" at the Lascaris War Rooms. Concealed 40m (131ft) below Valletta's Upper Baraka Gardens, the Lascaris War Rooms housed the Allies’ top-secret command HQ during WWII and were a vital part of the island's defense during the 18-month Siege of Malta from 1940 to 1942.

7. www.lonelyplanet.com › articles › best-places-toBest places to visit in Malta - Lonely Planet

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   May 11, 2022 · Explore 5000-year-old megalithic temples, swim in spine-tinglingly beautiful lagoons, and stroll around the glorious 16th-century cityscape of Valletta. Discover the world's most intriguing experiences with our weekly newsletter delivered straight to your inbox.

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   What region does Malta belong to?

   • Phytogeographically, Malta belongs to the Liguro-Tyrrhenian province of the Mediterranean Region within the Boreal Kingdom. According to the WWF, the territory of Malta belongs to the ecoregion of "Mediterranean Forests, Woodlands and Scrub". Some minor islands off the main island of Malta include:

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   Where is the best place to visit in Malta?

   • Near the Three Cities is Malta’s most amazing site, the ancient Hal Saflieni Hypogeum in nearby Paola (book several months ahead). These extraordinarily well-preserved subterranean caverns were carved out of the rock over 5000 years ago. Complete your prehistoric odyssey in the similarly ancient Tarxien Temples, a few blocks away.

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   How many harbours are there in Malta?

   • Malta has three large natural harbours on its main island: The Grand Harbour (or Port il-Kbir), located at the eastern side of the capital city of Valletta, has been a harbour since Roman times. It has several extensive docks and wharves, as well as a cruise liner terminal.

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   Where did the Maltese Islands come from?

   • Pottery found by archaeologists at the Skorba Temples resembles that found in Italy, and suggests that the Maltese islands were first settled in 5200 BC by Stone Age hunters or farmers who had arrived from Sicily, possibly the Sicani.

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9. www.lonelyplanet.com › maltaMalta travel - Lonely Planet | Europe

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   Discover Malta's rich history, culture and nature with Lonely Planet's expert tips and recommendations. Explore prehistoric temples, fossil-studded cliffs, hidden coves, scuba diving and more in this small archipelago.