Valletta (/ v ə ˈ l ɛ t ə / ⓘ və-LET-ə; Maltese: il-Belt Valletta, pronounced [vɐlˈlɛttɐ]) is the capital city of Malta and one of its 68 council areas. Located between the Grand Harbour to the east and Marsamxett Harbour to the west, its population as of 2021 was 5,157. [3]

The Maltese (Maltese: Maltin) people are an ethnic group native to Malta who speak Maltese, a Semitic language and share a common culture and Maltese history.

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Mar 7, 2024 · Malta is also known for having one of the cleanest and clearest seas in Europe. Other than having angelic scenarios and climate, it has a good number of celebrities that were either born and raised in Malta or are Maltese by blood.

Founded in 1566, Valletta is Malta’s capital city and is one of Europe’s smallest (and southern-most) capital cities, with many buildings having a strong Baroque character. Ever fancied yourself exploring what feels like one huge open-air museum?

To understand Valletta, why the city was built and what makes it such a special place to visit, we’ll need to dig into Valletta’s history. Under Grandmaster Jean Parisot de la Valette (of the Order of St. John, aka. the Knights of Malta) the first foundation stone of …

Valletta has been built on a peninsula in the central eastern part of Malta and has a population of just over 6000 people. Valletta is named after the French Grandmaster Jean Parisot De La Valette who headed the defence of Malta from the Ottoman invasion in 1565.

Get to know Valletta Malta before you go: What to do and see, the best places to stay, restaurants, nightlife and more!

May 17, 2024 · Valletta has been the powerhouse of Malta for many years. Therefore, it is only understandable that Valletta has given Malta some of her finest minds. Minds who went on to make a name for themselves and the country on the international stage. Today we explore 11 of these names who made waves in the artistic scene.

Jan 9, 2025 · Experience Valletta, the small capital city with a big heart. Get ready to discover the myriad flavours of Mediterranean culture, people and food, as we guide you through the iconic landmarks built by the Knights of St John and the bustling streets of this UNESCO heritage site.