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Malta and its smaller sister island Gozo are rich in history. Malta is full of prehistoric temples (the oldest surviving standing man-made structures
in the world), subterranean neolithic temples, catacombs, the Auberges and the formidable fortifications of the Knights of St. John which are
still in a remarkable state of preservation. Valletta, the capital of Malta, and Mdina, the capital city before the coming of the Knights, boast
of many art galleries and museums.
The Cathedral of the Knights of St. John in Malta, is unique for its architecture, paintings and its pavement covered with the
coats of arms of the most illustrious families of Europe. Among the many treasures in the church one can find Caravaggio's "St. Jerome"
and his only signed masterpiece "The Beheading of St. John". The Manoel in all its baroque finery is one of Europe's oldest theatres.
In spite of its size Malta is a modern country teeming with life, commerce and industry. In summer particularly there is an air
of festivity throughout the whole Island - the seaside is dotted with the fire of a thousand barbeques, and every week-end there are feasts in
different towns and villages in a blaze of colour and with incomparable firework displays. With 160 years under British rule Malta is the most British place in Europe and the Mediterranean. Any newsagent sells English
newspapers of the day. Students coming to Malta have every opportunity to practise their English since the language is widely spoken. | 
Malta
is an island in the centre of the Mediterranean 100 km south
of Italy and enjoys sunny weather practically all the year
round. The skies are invariably blue and the sea is warm
even in winter which has made Malta popular with water-sport
enthusiasts. It is the ideal place for scubadiving, skiing,
swimming, sailing, windsurfing, waterpolo and fishing. Most
sports facilities are available on the island including
golf, tennis, and horse-riding. 