The Knights of St. John built the Capital City of Valletta in the late 16th century. It was an effort to create a symbol of strength

One of the most significant periods in Malta’s history began in 1530, when the Knights of St. John were granted control of the island

In the late 11th century, the Normans restored Christianity to Malta after the Arab rule. The Normans conquered the island in 1091,

The Arabs conquered Malta in the 9th century and their rule brought many significant changes to the island.

The Byzantine Empire took control of Malta in 535 AD, and the island became part of the Eastern Roman Empire for several centuries.

Malta’s Roman history is also marked by the shipwreck of St. Paul in 60 AD. He was en route to Rome when his ship was caught in a storm

The Romans introduced advanced infrastructure in Malta that left a lasting mark on the island. They constructed roads, villas & public baths

Malta fell under Roman control in 218 BC and became a vital part of the Roman Empire. Its strategic location made it important

Phoenicians arrived on Malta around 800 BC and became the next major civilization to leave their mark on the island.

Dating back to around 3600 BC, The Ġgantija temples are some of the oldest stone structures that are freestanding in the world.