Valletta, Malta

Valletta is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is designated the European Capital of Culture in 2018. It is the capital of the European Union’s southernmost and smallest member state, Malta, which gained independence from Britain in 1964.

About Valletta

Situated about 96 km from Italy, and 290 km from North Africa, it comprises seven islands, of which only three are inhabited: Malta, Gozo, and Comino.

A crossroads of cultures and ideas due to its unique geo-political location, Malta possesses an immensely rich historical legacy. The earliest traces of inhabitance date back approximately 7.000 years ago to a people who are thought to have migrated from Sicily. This migration was followed by the “temple builders,” Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, and the Normans.

Valletta is the work of four prominent sixteenth century figures: the French Grand Master of the Order of St. John; Jean Parisot de la Valette; the Italian engineer Francesco Laparelli; and the Maltese architect Girolamo Cassar. Given this heritage, the city thereby forms what has often been described as a first attempt at a “European union.” Leading up to its founding, Charles V gave Malta to the Order of the Knights of St John in 1530, who adorned Valletta with palaces, churches, and artworks from European masters. Together, Valletta and St. Elmo provide a unique and vibrant setting for The EGS community. For more information about Valletta, Malta, see below.

Videos & Blogs

Destination Websites & Blogs:

Valletta 2018 Capital of Culture
Visit Malta – Official Malta Tourism website
Visit Gozo – Official Gozo Tourism website
MaltaInsideOut.com – Malta for outsiders by insiders
City of Valletta – local council website
Fort St Elmo – EGS Easter school venue
Heritage Malta
Government of Malta
Times of Malta
Malta Today

Destination Videos:

People of Valletta
Valletta is my Orchestra
Valletta 2018 videos
Joseph Calleja on Malta
Maltain360.com – panoramic views of the islands and cities
Drone over Malta
Drone over Malta by 3D Robotics
Valletta from the air
Valletta documented over 15 years

More information:
19 Things to Know Before You Go To Malta

Visa Requirements for Courses
in Valletta/Malta

Students are responsible for checking and complying with the VISA and entry requirements for their studies in Malta. It is the student’s duty to apply for the appropriate visa in a timely manner and ensure that all necessary documents are in order.

For further information on VISA regulations, students should refer directly to Malta in their home country or consult the provisions of the Schengen Agreement.