Malta

National name: Repubblika ta’ Malta
Government: Republic.
Geography
The five Maltese islands— Malta, Gozo, Comino, Comminotto, and Filflawith— have a combined land area smaller than Philadelphia. Malta is located in the Mediterranean Sea, about 97 km south of the southeast tip of Sicily.
Historical Background
Great Britain formally acquired possession of Malta in 1814. The island staunchly supported the UK through both World Wars and remained in the Commonwealth when it became independent in 1964. A decade later Malta became a republic
Facts & Figures
Name
MALTA
Capital
Valletta (de facto)
Government
Valletta (de facto)
Language
Maltese, English
Religion
The Constitution of Malta declares Roman Catholicism as the state religion although entrenched provisions for the freedom of religion are made. Freedom House and the World Factbook report that 98 percent of the population is Roman Catholic, making the nation one of the most Catholic countries in the world.
Area
316 km2 (200th) 121 sq mi
Population
2010 estimate 412,966[2] (171st) 2007 census 410,567[3]1 increase
Currency
Euro (€)2 (EUR)

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