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Malta's Map location is set in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, half way between Sicily and North Africa, the Maltese archipelago consists of five islands: Malta, Gozo, Comino and two uninhabited islands, Cominetto and Filfla. The size of Malta is about 27 km long by 14.5 km width, taking just over an hours drive between its two furthest points. |
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TOWNS AND VILLAGES IN MALTA AND GOZO
:Attard,
Bahar ic-Caghaq,
Bahrija,
Balzan,
Bidnija,
Birgu,
Birkirkara,
Birzebbuga,
Bormla,
Burmarrad,
Comino,
Dingli,
Fgura,
Floriana,
Fontana,
Ghajnsielem,
Gharghur,
Ghasri,
Ghaxaq,
Gudja,
Gzira,
Hamrun,
Iklin,
Isla,
Kalkara,
Kercem,
Kirkop,
Lija,
Luqa,
Madliena,
Maghatab,
Manikata,
Marsa,
Marsalforn,
Marsascala,
Mdina,
Mellieha,
Sta Maria
Estate,
Mgarr
(Malta),
Mgarr (Gozo),
Mosta,
Mqabba,
Msida,
Mtarfa,
Munxar,
Nadur,
Naxxar,
Paceville,
Paola,
Pembroke,
Qala,
Qormi,
Qrendi,
Rabat,
Safi,
San Gwann,
San
Lawrenz,
Sannat,
Siggiewi,
Sliema ,
St.Julians,
St.Lucia,
St.Pauls
Bay,
St.Venera,
Swieqi,
Ta Xbiex,
Tarxien,
Valletta,
Victoria,
Wardija,
Xaghra,
Xewkija,
Xghajra,
Xlendi,
Zabbar,
Zebbug (Malta),
Zebbug (Gozo),
Zejtun |
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The Maltese Islands - Malta Gozo Comino Cominetto Filfla St Pauls Islands
(see
map of malta ) are only 93kms south of Sicily and 288 km north of
Africa. Just a short distance away, considering that some of us drive further
than this to go to work.
Air Malta is its official airline which hosts flights to a number of European
and Middle Eastern cities. During summer, ferry services are available
between Malta and Sicily. A trip to Catania (Sicily) taking only three hours.
Worlds apart
from the main resorts and the capital
Valletta, are the Islands’ villages. They are the epitomé of Mediterranean
life. The soul of the Islands’ past. Yet with their lively festas and
unique everyday life they are very much part of the Islands’ culture
today. Even the smallest has its own baroque wonder, the parish church.
And to locals, each village has its unique character. After visiting a
few, you’ll soon pick up on the differences.
Country Details
Malta, a country composed of three major islands, is located in the
Mediterranean Sea, just 58 miles south of Sicily, Italy. Once part of the Roman
Empire, it was seized and controlled by many factions over the centuries,
including Napoleon. Malta's valuable military position was coveted by many, and
it 1814, it became a British colony. That British control ended in 1964, as
Malta gained its independence. Today Malta has voted yes to joining the European
Union - Official time of joining the European Union is in May of 2004.
Quick Facts and Figures
Official Name: Republic of Malta
Capital City Valletta
Latitude/Longitude 35° 50'N, 14° 35'E
Languages Maltese (official), English (official)
Official Currency Maltese Lira
Mayjor Banks in Malta -
Bank of Valletta, HSBC, APS
Religions
Catholic, others
Population 402,000 (2003 est.)
Surface Area 320 sq km (124 sq miles)
Land
Mostly low, rocky land with rugged, steep coastal cliffs.
TOWNS AND VILLAGES IN MALTA AND GOZO
:Attard,
Bahar ic-Caghaq,
Bahrija,
Balzan,
Bidnija,
Birgu,
Birkirkara,
Birzebbuga,
Bormla,
Burmarrad,
Comino,
Dingli,
Fgura,
Floriana,
Fontana,
Ghajnsielem,
Gharghur,
Ghasri,
Ghaxaq,
Gudja,
Gzira,
Hamrun,
Iklin,
Isla,
Kalkara,
Kercem,
Kirkop,
Lija,
Luqa,
Madliena,
Maghatab,
Manikata,
Marsa,
Marsalforn,
Marsascala,
Mdina,
Mellieha,
Sta Maria
Estate,
Mgarr
(Malta),
Mgarr (Gozo),
Mosta,
Mqabba,
Msida,
Mtarfa,
Munxar,
Nadur,
Naxxar,
Paceville,
Paola,
Pembroke,
Qala,
Qormi,
Qrendi,
Rabat,
Safi,
San Gwann,
San
Lawrenz,
Sannat,
Siggiewi,
Sliema ,
St.Julians,
St.Lucia,
St.Pauls
Bay,
St.Venera,
Swieqi,
Ta Xbiex,
Tarxien,
Valletta,
Victoria,
Wardija,
Xaghra,
Xewkija,
Xghajra,
Xlendi,
Zabbar,
Zebbug (Malta),
Zebbug (Gozo),
Zejtun |
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