A general description of the country
The Republic of Malta is a small country located in the center of the Mediterranean area, including it's islands of Malta. The largest island is Malta. The capital Valletta is the southernmost capital of Europe.
For many centuries, Malta was dependent on other powers. For many centuries, Malta was dependent on other powers. September 21, 1964, announced it's independence, but became a member of the British community of nations. Malta was proclaimed a republic. The president at the head of state replacing the British monarch, and by his governor. It works as mainly ceremonial. At the head of government is Prime Minister.
Although Malta is a country in which teems with monuments and other interesting places to visit, the greatest treasure of this small country are ... people. Maltese are warm and full of optimism. Carefully cultivate their native traditions. The inhabitants of Malta flows the blood of Roman, Phoenician and Arabic. Despite the influence of larger states, they managed to retain their cultural values, through perseverance and resourcefulness - their distinctive characteristics. The Maltese population is 400 thousand people, of whom 389,000 live Malta and Gozo. Maltese are very friendly and sociable to tourists. Often show their generosity and willing to share. They like to emphasize the advantages of their homeland. But, unfortunately, the people of Malta can be very rude to each other. Argue often happens that a long time hiding resentment. Their disadvantage is also the fact that they are prone to reckless driving. But both of these flaws overshadowed undoubted charm people. Maltese houses are a model of purity. Each has a lounge, which is the most ornate part of the house. But, unfortunately, can not be say about the streets. They are often dirty and unkempt, and the buildings have long been not renewed.
The church plays an important role in the life of the Maltese community. Malta is considered the most Catholic country in Europe, the percentage of believers than even the Vatican. There is the highest in Europe, the percentage walking to church every Sunday (51 per cent. in Malta to Gozo and 72.7). Christianity implanted in Malta St. Paul. His ship, which sailed as a prisoner to Rome, crashed about 60 years off the island.
Maltese is a Semitic language of the group Afro-Asiatic family. It is used by about 350 thousand people in Malta, where he is an official language. Maltese is closely related to Arabic, and sometimes even regarded as his dialect. Many borrowings drawn from the Italian and English languages. It is the only Semitic language written in Latin alphabet. The oldest known text is saved on the Maltese is "Il Cantilena", a poem dating from XV, Pietro Caxaro pen. In Malta has two official languages, in addition to the Maltese, the commonly used English language.
History of the country
The origins of civilization in Malta date back to 5000 years BC. Around 3600-3300 years BC on the island of Gozo is Ggantija temple erected. In the 218 years BC Malta passes under the command of the Roman Empire. In the year 60 n.e. coasts of the island, breaking the ship carrying to Rome as a prisoner St. Paul. Apostle for three months remains on the island of teaching its people. Malta will be converted to Christianity. In 395 years it passes under the command of the Eastern Empire with its capital in Constantinople. Since 870 years is under the rule of the Arabs. A bit later, is attached to the Kingdom of Sicily. In 1530 Emperor Charles V of the Order of the island forward. In May 1565 he began to attack Turkish soldiers. Manages to fend off an attack.
Napoleon Bonaparte ordered the knights of the order to leave the island. Two years later, replacing the French and the Maltese Malta passes under the patronage of Great Britain. The island plays an important role during World War II, for which he is awarded the George Cross, which appears on the flag state. In 1964 Malta achieved full independence.
Defense agreement was signed with Great Britain, but in 1967, this system is broken. Malta is a member of the UN and the May 1, 2004 joined the European Union.
People and customs
People in Malta are very hospitable and accommodating as can be seen at every step. Excellent cuisine, fine wines, beautiful style accommodations complement the rest, just wants to live! Malta is also very beautiful women. Long curly black hair, the Arab temperament. Maltanki are very elegant, paint a very black crayon with red eyes and full lips. Residents of Malta are very friendly, cheerful and smiling.
In Malta there are two languages - English and Maltese. In summer, the majority of Maltese goes for a siesta. At that time, most shops are closed. In Malta, the half dressed to go into the church will be perceived as shocking. In some churches women can borrow shawls and skirts. State motto is: Virtute et Constantia (latin) - Virtue and durability.
Cultural similarities and differences
Similarities cultural: most of the Maltese are Catholics, beautiful women, have their own traditional dishes, beautiful historic city, the impact of different cultures on the formation of country, rich history and lots of tourists every year.
Differences cultural: first of all Malta is an island, high temperature all year round, Maltese kitchen is a lot of seafood, residents of Malta are very friendly, cheerful and smiling in contrast to Poles.
Malta will appeal to Poles.
Advice
Malta does not grow his vegetables or fruits, fortunately, are the vineyards. Maltese usually eat at home. The restaurants are available for tourists mainly to be found "fish and chips”. Prepared by local cook pizza or spaghetti may differ slightly from the image tourists. For the attractions are free buses to the beach, the proximity of airports, shops, restaurants and bars to suit every budget. On the island drive on the left. Bus rides are fairly cheap. If you want to sow at the bus stop, it must be previously said about this driver. As we stand at the bus stop and we want the bus took us to wave at it.
Poles can enter Malta with a passport or ID card. We do not need a visa! Information Points of the National Tourism Organisation of Malta provides a wide range of useful information. These offices are located at the airport on the island of Malta, Gozo Mgarr Harbour and Victoria Street Palm Street No 1.
Work
Malta maintains a system of work permits. However, they are issued, if the employment of a foreigner in Malta can contribute to the development of the island. USEFUL WWW: http://www.etc.org.mt/, http://www.ird.gov.mt/.
Malta runs a drastic policy in terms of incoming people and protect their market. Poles will be able to work in Malta without any restrictions since 2011. Foreigners must have work permits and residence. Work permits shall be The Department for Citizenship and Expatriate Affairs. Licences are usually issued for one year.
Discontinued Friendship Society, which focuses on Malta Polonia and Poland also promotes the culture of the island.
Wykonanie: Kowalik Karolina, Zagórska Karolina, Urban Michał, Zielińska Emilia, Woźnik Patrycja.