870 AD
Arab & Norman Period
Arab Conquest of Malta
Arab forces conquered Malta in 870 AD, introducing the Arabic language which would form the basis of the modern Maltese language.
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History of Malta
From the world's oldest free-standing temples to modern independence — explore Malta's remarkable 5,000-year story.
Arab forces conquered Malta in 870 AD, introducing the Arabic language which would form the basis of the modern Maltese language.
Read full story →