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Malta religion that is adhered to by the majority of the Maltese people is Roman Catholicism. Roman Catholicism also happens to be the state religion of Malta. Around 95% of the people in Malta are followers of this faith. As such, there is the presence in Malta of as many as 365 catholic churches which play a very important role in the life of the Maltese people. However, besides Roman Catholicism there been the practice of other religions too as Malta religion. In Malta there are a few Jews too.
Maltese people are strict adherents to their faith and Maltese people are baptized soon after birth in the Catholic Church. The many Churches that are found to be present in Malta include structures the foundation of some of which had been laid in the very early times. The Churches in Malta are noted for their architectural beauty and the domes have a height that can be viewed from a great distance. As such, very often the parish churches are the points that help people reach the center of a village or a town.
Adorned with limestones that hold intricate designs, the sculptors in Malta have succeeded in carving out the churches as some of the very fine art works. Most of the churches in Malta are characterized by the presence of statues of Mary and other Saints and chandeliers made out of crystal. Besides, church decoration in Malta also consists of frescoes and paintings. Since the most prominent Malta religion is Roman Catholicism, the important festivals observed in Malta include Christmas and Good Friday.
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