Malta – Malta's capital is Valletta

(Pronounced moll-tuh and vuh-let-uh)

To remember the capital of Malta, use the following mnemonic:

The malt had a (Malta) lovely holiday – it sent the whole valley, where it came from, a letter (Valletta) to say what a great time it was having on holiday.

Interesting facts about Valleta:

- Fortified Peninsula: Valletta is a UNESCO World Heritage site completely enclosed by massive 16th-century bastion walls built by the Knights of St. John, perched dramatically on a narrow peninsula overlooking two natural harbours.

- City of Palaces: The capital is renowned for its intense concentration of historic architecture, featuring grand baroque palaces, ornate auberges built for the knights, and the breathtaking St. John’s Co-Cathedral with its floor entirely paved in marble tombstones.

- European Film Hub: Often referred to as an open-air museum, Valletta and its surrounding fortifications have served as the dramatic backdrop and filming location for numerous major Hollywood blockbusters and television series.