Officially name: The Republic of Malta
Capital: Valletta
Largest city: Birkirkara
Official language: Maltese, English
Government: Parliamentary Republic
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% of the population is Roman Catholic, making the nation one of the most Catholic countries in the world.
Food in Malta may not rank as gourmet cuisine, but it is very reasonably priced and there are plenty of places to choose from.