Malta
SHORT INFORMATION
Geography of Malta
Malta is an archipelago in the central Mediterranean (in its eastern basin), some 93 km (57.79 mi) south of the Italian island of Sicily across the Malta Channel.
FOR TURIST
Malta travel advice
Most visits to Malta and Gozo are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS
Christmas in Malta
In Malta, Christmas is known as "Il-Milied" and celebrated on December 25.