Facts about Malta

Here are some interesting facts about Malta:

• Tiny and Dense: Malta is the tenth-smallest country in the world by area, but with a population of over 519,000, it packs a punch, ranking as the fourth most densely populated country in Europe.

• Multilingual: The official languages of Malta are Maltese, which is the only Semitic language in Europe, and English [Wikipedia].

• Historical Hotspot: Malta's location in the Mediterranean has made it a crossroads of civilizations for thousands of years. Evidence includes megalithic temples dating back to 4000 BC, and historic sites from the Romans, Moors, Knights of St. John, French and British [Britannica].

• Hollywood Destination: Malta's beautiful scenery and historic sites have made it a popular location for filming big-budget movies.