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Malta is an island in Southern Europe. It is the largest and most populous of the three major islands that constitute the Maltese Archipelago and the country of Malta. The island is situated in the Mediterranean Sea directly south of Italy and north of Libya. It lies south-east of the smaller islands of Gozo and Comino. The island is 27 kilometres (17 mi) long and 14.5 kilometres (9 mi) wide, with a total area of 246 square kilometres (95 sq mi). The capital is Valletta, while the largest locality is Rabat. The island is made up of many small towns, which together form one larger urban zone wi...

Updated September 9, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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San Anton Palace

Castles & palaces

San Anton Palace

This palace currently serves as the official residence of the President of Malta. It was originally built in the early 17th century as a knight's country villa before being expanded into a palace.

0.5 km away

Rotunda of Mosta

Temples & religious sites

Rotunda of Mosta

A Roman Catholic church built in neoclassical style from 1833, notable for its magnificent dome and one of Malta's most iconic religious landmarks. Dedicated to the Assumption of Mary, this parish church and basilica is well worth a visit.

2.4 km away

Victoria Lines

Castles & palaces

Victoria Lines

An old defensive line stretching 12 kilometers across the island of Malta, once serving as the boundary between its northern and southern regions. You can hike along the fortifications much like a trekking trail.

3.6 km away

Manoel Island

Nature

Manoel Island

A small island in Malta's Marsamxett Harbour, home to a fort built in the 1720s. The island takes its name from the Portuguese Grand Master of the Order who had the fort constructed.

4.7 km away

Domvs Romana

Museums & galleries

Domvs Romana

Domvs Romana is the ruin of an ancient Roman townhouse on the boundary between Mdina and Rabat. Built in the 1st century BC as a noble residence, the site was later used as an Islamic cemetery in the 11th century.

4.8 km away

Tal-Qadi Temple

Temples & religious sites

Tal-Qadi Temple

A megalithic temple ruin in Malta, poorly preserved so that only its overall outline remains visible. It offers a glimpse into Malta's distinctive prehistoric megalithic culture.

4.9 km away