Malta is located in Southern Europe, and its capital is Valletta. It has a population of approximately 568,847 and covers an area of about 320 km². Its official currency is the Euro (EUR).
What stands out
People & place
1,778 /km² across 320 km²
Malta has a recorded population of 568,847 and a reported surface area of 320 km².
Economic snapshot
$24.97 billion nominal GDP
Nominal GDP is recorded at $24.97 billion and GDP per capita at $43,899 for 2024. These measures do not describe income distribution or household wealth.
Practical reference
Euro (EUR)
Malta uses Euro (EUR), calling code +356, internet domain .mt.
About Malta
Malta is a small archipelago in the central Mediterranean that is known for its historical sites and beautiful blue seas.
The Maltese archipelago consists of the main island of Malta, the smaller island of Gozo, the national island Comino, and lesser known islets such as the Three Cities. The territory covers an area of 316 km² and lies roughly 93 km south of Sicily.
Malta’s culture is a fusion of Mediterranean, Arab, and European influences, reflected in its language—English and Maltese are both official—and in its cuisine, which features dishes such as rabbit stew, pastizzi, and bragioli.
The islands have a recorded history of over 4,000 years, from the Bronze Age, through classical Roman and Byzantine rule, to Mamluk, Portuguese, Spanish, and French colonial epochs, until gaining independence in 1964.
Key facts
Population: ~515,000
Official languages: Maltese, English
Capital: Valletta
UNESCO World Heritage Sites: 26
EU member since 2004
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Southern Europe