Malta
Geographical & General Info
- Capital: Valletta
- Population: approx. 530,000
- Languages: Maltese, English (both official)
- Area: 316 km²
- Time Zone: UTC+1 (CET) / UTC+2 (CEST)
- Currency: Euro (EUR)
- Flag Colors: White and red (with George Cross)
- National Holiday: September 21 (Independence Day)
- National Anthem: L-Innu Malti
- Neighboring Countries: None (island state in the Mediterranean Sea)
Top 15 Largest Towns / Localities
- Sliema
- Birkirkara
- Mosta
- Qormi
- St. Paul's Bay
- Żabbar
- San Ġwann
- Fgura
- Żejtun
- Rabat
- St. Julian's
- Mellieħa
- Marsaskala
- Valletta
- Victoria (Rabat, Gozo)
Top 15 Attractions
- Valletta Old Town & St. John's Co-Cathedral (UNESCO)
- Mdina (The Silent City)
- Blue Lagoon (Comino)
- Megalithic Temples of Ħaġar Qim & Mnajdra (UNESCO)
- Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum (UNESCO)
- Upper Barrakka Gardens (Valletta)
- The Cittadella (Victoria, Gozo)
- Marsaxlokk Fishing Village & Sunday Market
- Popeye Village (Anchor Bay)
- Dingli Cliffs
- Blue Grotto (Żurrieq)
- Rotunda of Mosta
- The Three Cities (Vittoriosa, Senglea & Cospicua)
- Golden Bay & Ghajn Tuffieha Beach
- Ramla Bay (Gozo)
Climate and Nature
Malta enjoys a typical Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Snow and frost are virtually non-existent. The terrain consists of low-lying limestone hills, terraced fields, dramatic coastal cliffs, and hidden coves. While there are no permanent rivers or lakes, the islands are encircled by crystal-clear waters ideal for diving.
Culture and Gastronomy
Maltese culture is a rich tapestry woven from Phoenician, Arab, Italian, French, and British rule. This fusion is reflected in Maltese, the only Semitic language written in the Latin alphabet. Gastronomy is hearty and Mediterranean, featuring classics like Stuffat tal-Fenek (rabbit stew), Pastizzi (flaky pastry filled with ricotta or peas), fresh seafood, and the local bittersweet soft drink Kinnie.
Economy
Malta boasts one of the fastest-growing economies in the European Union. Lacking natural raw materials, its economy relies heavily on service industries. Major economic drivers include international tourism, iGaming, financial technology, maritime shipping, and pharmaceuticals.
Did you know?
- Malta is the smallest European Union member state by land area, yet ranks among the most densely populated nations worldwide?
- The Megalithic Temples of Malta are older than both Stonehenge and the Egyptian Pyramids?
- Popeye Village was constructed as the set for the 1980 live-action 'Popeye' movie starring Robin Williams, and remains a thriving tourist spot?
- Traffic drives on the left side of the road in Malta, a legacy of over 150 years under British rule?
- The entire capital city of Valletta is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its extraordinary density of historical monuments?
Live footage: Discover Malta via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Malta and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Malta: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Malta: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Malta in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
