OKAY, HERE’S THE STORY

Set the scene.

Malta’s traditional boats include the luzzu, kajjik, firilla and frejgatina.

Here’s the twist.

The dgħajsa tal-pass and dgħajsa tal-Latini also belong to this heritage. A government preservation scheme supports their upkeep.

Why it still matters.

Next harbour visit, collect names rather than assuming every colourful boat is the same type.

🧠 One to think about +

What does this story change about the way you see Malta today? Pick one detail you’d tell a friend — then check its source below.