Interesting Facts

- The University of Malta was founded in 1592 and is one of the world's oldest universities.

- The Maltese drive on the left side of the road.

- There are no natural rivers or resources in Malta.

- The Azure Window is a natural megalithic archway located over the sea in Gozo.

- The Maltese Dog is a miniature dog that is considered the aristocrat of dogs.

- Popeye Village was where the film Popeye starring Robert Williams was filmed.

- The Blue Lagoon on Comino Island is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

- The Blue Grotto - a natural cave in the cliffs is on the southern side of the island.

- St. Paul's Island is the site where St. Paul and St. Luke were shipwrecked.

- You will come across churches at every corner in Malta.

- Pastizzi is the best snack in the world.

- The Maltese people are very fond of feasts and spectacular firework displays.

- Ancient Greeks and Romans actually referred to the island "Melita" as the island of honey.

- Malta is a member of the Commonwealth.

- Malta's Grand Harbour is actually one of the world's most excellent natural deep-water harbors.