Malta
The Maltese Archipelago is situated at the Centre of the Mediterranean, less than 95km south of Italy. With a history that dates back to the 6th century BC, Malta has only recently earned its reputation as being one of the most popular English language learning destinations in Europe. The 150 years of British rule have left a lasting effect on its language making English one of the island's official languages.
Malta & Gozo became a sovereign independent state within the Commonwealth on the 21st September 1964.
Things to do
1. Book a Harbour Cruise
The Grand Harbour in Valletta is the world's third largest natural harbour. Students can experience this and more as they cruise around Malta's many harbours aboard a Harbour Cruise.
Top 3 things to do on Malta
- Visit a Maltese 'festa' watch the band playing, visit the beautifully lit church, taste some Maltese nougat and enjoy the award winning fireworks.
Leisures for Adults
| There is no fixed leisure programme for adult learners; nonetheless BELS organizes weekly cultural and entertainment activities. The warm summers and mild winters that characterise the Mediterranean climate.. |  |
Places to visit
Valletta
Jean Parisot de Valette, French Grand Master of the Order of the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem, built Valletta, the capital, after the Great Siege of 1565 where the might of the Turkish Empire suffered its worst defeat in trying to eradicate the Order. The baroque-style building, many of which survived the blitz of the Second World War, fully reflect Malta's rich heritage of archaeology, history, architecture, art and culture.
