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Fun facts and curious information about Malta to boost your knowledge of the island

Do you know Malta's ancient name? Or the legend of St. Paul and the snake?

Malta has plenty of curious facts that you won’t probably find in your tourist guide, from customs to proverbs, passing from one generation to the next through legends, historical and religious beliefs. Malta is unique with regards to so many aspects!

Browse the list below to learn more about Malta's facts and curious information.

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Mosta Dome bomb

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A miracle or a prank? The Mosta dome is the 4th largest unsupported dome in the world. During the Second World War, a bomb pierced the dome and fell through without exploding. Many believe it’s...

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Malta Guinness World Record

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Do a little more, get a World Record Malta has two Guinness World Records, achieved by Maltese people in 2011: First it hosted the largest gathering of people dressed as storybook characters! It was...

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Maltese roads in the past

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Before paved roads... In the past, soil roads were often whipped up by the merchants and horses that created clouds of dusts full of viruses and bacteria. Up until last century, people were paid to w...

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Maltese Islands Size

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Small, smaller, smallest Malta ranks in the top 10 of the smallest sovereign states in the world - with an area of just 314km2....

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Maltese Passions

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The passion of the people Maltese people kill for three things: Religion, politics, and the Eurovision....

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Gozo customs

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People in Gozo leave their keys on their house door. This is a habit from the 50's when a wave of emigration saw numerous men leaving the island to Australia, US or Canada. The women used to leave the...

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