"I was impressed by the enthusiasm of the people in Malta and in Gozo." These were the words Pope Francis told journalists on board the Air Malta flight back to Rome on Sunday evening.

Many Rabat residents have gathered this morning in front of the St Paul's Basilica to welcome Pope Francis.

Pope Francis this morning visited St Paul's Grotto in Rabat where he prayed for a few minutes.

"A special Pope, full of love" - Malta welcomes Pope Francis