Malta is an island country located in Southern Europe. It is a popular destination worth visiting. Its territory occupies the Maltese Islands in the Mediterranean Sea, south of the Italian island of Sicily.
Learn 3 interesting facts about Malta:
- Malta is known for its honey production. The name 'Malta' is believed to be derived from the Greek word μέλι (honey) and travelers from Greece called the island country Melite (honey-sweet).
- There are two official languages in Malta: Maltese and English.
- The film Popeye starring Robin Williams was filmed in Malta in 1980. The Popeye’s Village theme park is a popular destination for tourists visiting Malta.
Have you ever been to Malta or do you know any other interesting facts about it? Tell us in the comments!
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