10. Malta, 316 square kilometers

Malta is an archipelago of seven islands located in the Mediterranean Sea. This small country has an area of ​​only 316 square kilometers. This archipelago is inhabited by only three islands: Malta, Gozo and Comino.

These three islands are also the largest islands in Malta. The country has a population of 4,466,547, making it one of the most densely populated countries in the world.

The country has great historical and cultural significance. This is one of the most remarkable prehistoric sites in the world. The Hypogeum, a 5,000-year-old underground structure located in the city of Paola in Malta, reflects this fact. There are also seven prehistoric temples in Malta dating back to 3600 BC. – 700 BC A number of civilizations including the Phoenicians, Romans, Sicilians, French and British have ruled Malta in different time periods.

Malta gained independence in 1964. English and Maltese are the main languages ​​of this country. Today tourism is one of the main sources of income for Malta. The prehistoric monuments and beautiful beaches of Malta attract about a million tourists every year.