Named after the cumin seed that once flourished in the Maltese islands, the island is the least densely populated area in the Republic of Malta. It has a permanent population of only two residents, following the deaths of two other residents in 2017 and 2020.

Who lives on Comino?

The brothers Salvu and Angelu live on Comino with their aunt and cousin. Salvu makes sure they have enough water, and only leaves the island to visit the doctor or if he needs a spare part for one of his machines.

Where is Comino located?

Comino, Maltese Kemmuna, one of the Maltese islands, in the Mediterranean Sea, separated from Malta to the southeast and Gozo to the northwest by narrow channels. It has an area of 1 square mile (3 square km).