Malta 🇲🇹 is a fascinating country located in Southern Europe, part of the Europe region. Officially known as Republic of Malta, it is home to roughly 568,847 people and covers an area of about 316 square kilometres.
On this page you will find a complete profile of Malta — its capital Valletta, its people and languages, the money used there, where it sits on the world map, and plenty of facts worth remembering the next time the country comes up in a quiz.
Malta on the map
Geographically, Malta belongs to Southern Europe within Europe. Its territory spans approximately 316 km², which makes it the 214th largest country or territory on Earth.
Malta has no land borders at all — it is surrounded entirely by water, and this island setting has given it a distinct identity, ecosystem and way of life.
The capital city is Valletta, the political and cultural heart of the country and usually the first stop for visitors who want to understand how maltese life really works.
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Population and languages of Malta
Around 568,847 people live in Malta, making it the 173rd most populous country or territory in the world. A person from Malta is called a Maltese.
Malta is multilingual: the languages spoken include English and Maltese. This linguistic variety reflects the country's layered history and the many communities that shaped it.
Beyond the numbers, everyday culture in Malta — from markets and music to family traditions — is what makes discovering it through a random spin so rewarding.
Practical information about Malta
The official currency is the Euro (EUR, symbol €). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for Malta is +356. Websites from the country typically use the .mt internet domain.
Quiz tip: the three facts most worth memorising about Malta are its flag, its capital Valletta, and its approximate population of 568,847.
Fun facts about Malta
- Malta's flag emoji is 🇲🇹 — its two-letter country code is MT and its three-letter code is MLT.
- Malta covers 316 km², ranking 214th in the world by area.
- With about 568,847 people, Malta holds the 173rd spot in the world population ranking.
- Malta is a member state of the United Nations.
- Malta is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
Malta — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of Malta?
- The capital of Malta is Valletta.
- What is the population of Malta?
- Malta has a population of approximately 568,847 people, ranking 173rd in the world.
- Where is Malta located?
- Malta is located in Southern Europe, part of the Europe region.
- What language is spoken in Malta?
- The languages spoken in Malta include English and Maltese.
- What currency is used in Malta?
- Malta uses the Euro (EUR).
