Malta is also well known for one of the Mediterranean's largest concentrations of English language schools, some of the world's best diving centers, world class yachting and cruise line facilities, a highly developed visitor and convention infrastructure and above all a friendly, worldly population of natives.alta was the official home of the Knights of the Order of St.John (better known as the Knights of Malta), during which period a concerted attempt was made to invade the country by the Turks. Malta is noted for its fine crafts, particularly its handmade lace, hand woven fabrics, blown glass and silver filigree.