Malta Weddings And Bridal Jewellery Collection 1

Malta Weddings And Bridal Jewellery.
Aamir mannan.

Background:

Great Britain formally acquired possession of Malta in the early 19th century. The island supported the UK through both World Wars and remained in the Commonwealth when it became independent in 1964. On 13 December 1974 Malta became a republic. Over the last 15 years, the island has become a major freight transshipment point, financial center, and tourist destination.

(Various Sources) The island-state of Malta is located in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Sicily (Italy), it consists of three islands: Malta, Gozo and Comino, of which Malta is the largest island. In its history the Maltese archipelago was strategically important for the domination of the Mediterranean. Malta became an EU member in May of 2004.  related countries: United Kingdom geographically relative close to: Italy, Libya, Tunisia......Official Name: Republic of Malta. Repubblika ta' Malta short form: Malta. ISO Country Code: mt. Time: Time zone: Central European Time (CET) Local Time = UTC +1h (summer +2h)

Actual Time: Thu-Aug-29  07:58 Country Calling Code: +356 Capital City: Valletta. Other Cities: Birkirkara (Malta's largest city), Mdina, Rabat.....Government: Type: Republic.Independence: 21 September 1964 (from UK). Geography: Location: Southern Europe, islands in the Mediterranean Sea, east of Tunisia, south of Sicily (Italy) Area: 316 km² (122 sq. mi.) Terrain: Coastal cliffs, rocky, low hills. Climate: Mediterranean: subtropical summer, with mild, rainy winters. People:  Nationality: Maltese.Population: 418,000 (2010)

Ethnic divisions: Mixture of Arab, Sicilian, Norman, Spanish, Italian, English.Religion: Roman Catholic, 98%.

Language: Maltese and English (official). Literacy: 93%. Natural resources: Limestone, salt, arable land.

Agriculture products: Potatoes, cauliflower, grapes, wheat, barley, tomatoes, citrus, cut flowers, green peppers; pork, milk, poultry, eggs. Industries: Tourism; electronics, ship building and repair, construction; food and beverages, textiles, footwear, clothing, tobacco. Exports partners: USA 15.7%, France 15.5%, Singapore 14.5%, UK 11.2%, Germany 10.8% (2004) Imports partners: Italy 25.4%, France 13.1%, UK 12%, Germany 8.9%, US 5.2%, Singapore 4.1% (2004) Currency: Maltese Lira (MTL)