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___ MaltaA virtual travel guide to Malta. This page aims to give you a broad overview of Maltese art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy and government.Beside a country profile this page contains links to sources that will provide you with in-depth information about this European island nation, e.g.: official web sites of Malta, addresses of Maltese and foreign embassies, domestic airlines, city- and country guides with extensive travel and tourism information on accommodation, tourist attractions, events and more like weather information, maps, statistics and local newspapers from Malta. |
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Republic of Malta | Repubblika ta' Malta |
Country Profile |
 Flag of Malta The island-state of Malta is located in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Sicily (Italy), it consists of three islands: Malta, Gozo and Comino, of which Malta is the largest island. In its history the Maltese archipelago was strategically important for the domination of the Mediterranean. Malta became an EU member in May of 2004. Background: Great Britain formally acquired possession of Malta in the early 19th century. The island supported the UK through both World Wars and remained in the Commonwealth when it became independent in 1964. On 13 December 1974 Malta became a republic. Over the last 15 years, the island has become a major freight transshipment point, financial center, and tourist destination. (Various Sources) related countries: United Kingdom geographically relative close to: Italy, Libya, Tunisia |
 Official Name: Republic of Malta Repubblika ta' Malta short form: Malta ISO Country Code: mt Time: Time zone: Central European Time (CET) Local Time = UTC +1h (summer +2h) Actual Time: Tue-Dec-1 11:56 Capital City: Valletta Other Cities: Birkirkara (Malta's largest city), Mdina, Rabat Government: Type: Republic. Independence: 21 September 1964 (from UK). Geography: Location: Southern Europe, islands in the Mediterranean Sea, east of Tunisia, south of Sicily (Italy) Area: 316 sq. km. (122 sq. mi.) Terrain: Coastal cliffs, rocky, low hills. Climate: Mediterranean: subtropical summer, with mild, rainy winters. People: Nationality: Maltese. Population: 400 000 Ethnic divisions: Mixture of Arab, Sicilian, Norman, Spanish, Italian, English. Religion: Roman Catholic, 98%. Language: Maltese and English (official). Literacy: 93%. Natural resources: Limestone, salt, arable land. Agriculture products: Potatoes, cauliflower, grapes, wheat, barley, tomatoes, citrus, cut flowers, green peppers; pork, milk, poultry, eggs. Industries: Tourism; electronics, ship building and repair, construction; food and beverages, textiles, footwear, clothing, tobacco. Exports partners: USA 15.7%, France 15.5%, Singapore 14.5%, UK 11.2%, Germany 10.8% (2004) Imports partners: Italy 25.4%, France 13.1%, UK 12%, Germany 8.9%, US 5.2%, Singapore 4.1% (2004) Currency: Maltese Lira (MTL) |
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| Note: External links will open in a new browser window. Official Sites of MaltaGvern Ta' MaltaThe official website of the Maltese Government. DOI - Department of Information - Malta Provides the public with information on Government policies, services and activities. Il-Ministeru ta' l-Affarijiet Barranin ta' Malta The Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Diplomatic Missions Permanent Mission of Malta to the UN Mission of Malta to the United Nations in Geneva. Malta's Diplomatic and Consular Representation Address list of Maltese Diplomatic Missions abroad. Diplomatic and Consular Representation In Malta Address list of foreign Diplomatic Missions in Malta. Statistics National Statistics Office - NSO Malta in figures. NSO - Census 2005 A once-in-a-decade official measure of the number and characteristics of people living in Malta and Gozo. Weather Malta Weather Weather Reports and Forecasts for Malta. Maps Map of Malta Political Map of Malta.  Google
Earth MaltaZoomable satellite view of Malta. Google
Earth VallettaZoomable satellite view of Valletta. Map
of EuropePolitical Map of Europe.  Valletta Bastions © DOI Malta |
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NewsIt-TorcaMalta weekly. L-Orrizont Malta daily news (in Maltese) The Malta Independent Daily Malta news. MaltaMedia News and Webcasting from Malta. Malta Today Regional News. The Times & The Sunday Times Up-to-date news from Malta. |
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Arts & CultureCarnival in Malta and GozoCelebrating Il-Karnival. Libraries & Archives Department Portal site to the National Library of Malta, the Malta Public Library, the Gozo Public Library and the National Archives of Malta. The Museum of Fine Arts Has a collection of paintings by Mattia Preti. |
 Eye symbol on Luzzu Boat © MTA |
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Business & EconomyCentral Bank of MaltaMalta's Central Bank Malta Enterprise A government's agency focused on attracting investment and supporting enterprise in Malta. Malta Chamber of Commerce Malta Chamber of Commerce and Enterprise. Transportation Airlines Air Malta P.L.C. Air Malta plc is the national airline of Malta, based in Luqa. Airport Malta International Airport Malta's International Airport is the only airport in Malta, located near Valletta. Port Malta Freeport Malta Freeport is a major maritime transhipment logistic centre in the Mediterranean region. |
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Destination Malta - Travel and Tour GuidesDiscover the Maltese archipelago: the islands of Malta, Gozo, Comino, Comminotto and Filfla.Links to accommodation, hotels, attractions, festivals, events, tourist boards, cruising, diving, tours and much more. Visit Malta Everything about the Maltese Islands - Malta, Gozo and Comino. It's Malta Travel and tourism information by the National Tourism Organisation.  About
MaltaMalta country information and directory, links and articles. Gozo and it's Culture Characteristics of the island. All the pictures of Malta Internet photogallery of Malta. Malta This Month The inflight magazine of Air Malta. Malta Photo Gallery Malta images. Hotels NEW Hotels in Malta Find a Hotel in Malta. |
 Marsamxett Harbour © DOI |
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EducationMalta College of Arts, Science & TechnologyOfficial website of MCAST. University of Malta The University of Malta traces its origins to the founding of the Collegium Melitense in 1592. |
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Environment & NatureMinistry for Rural Affairs and the EnvironmentOfficial website of the ministry, with a wealth of information about the aim of Malta to solve local and int'l environmental tasks. Environmental NGO's of Malta BirdLife Malta Society for the protection of birds and natural habitats in Malta. Partner of BirdLife International. Greenpeace Mediterranean Mediterranean section of Greenpeace. Nature Trust (Malta) Official website of Nature Trust (Malta), an NGO for the conservation of Maltese nature by promoting environmental awareness, managing areas of natural and scientific interest, and lobbying for effective environmental legislation. Nature Discovering Malta's Flora and Fauna Site with photo galleries of flora and fauna found in the Maltese Islands, created by Aron Tanti. |
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HistoryMalta HistoryArticles and index of sites related to Malta's History. Malta Through The Ages Information about the History of Malta by the Maltese Government. Timeline History of Malta Timeline of Maltese History. The Maltese Nobility website Site about Nobility in Maltese History. Hospitallers of St. John of Jerusalem Catholic Encyclopedia: History of the Knights of Malta. The Temples of Malta World Heritage Prehistoric Monuments. The Malta National Museum of Archaeology With its prehistoric collection. National Archives of Malta The archives aims to preserve the collective memory of the Maltese nation. |
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SearchAbout MaltaMalta directory. Malta Network Resources Search Engine Portal for Malta and Gozo. Search Malta Search Malta - Gozo and Comino too. Additional Information on MaltaBBC News Country Profile: Malta Background Notes: MaltaGovernments on the WWW: Malta Open Directory Project: Malta Wikipedia: Malta The World Factbook -- Malta |
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