Siggiewi is situated on a plateau in the South Western part of Malta, a few kilometres away from Imdina, the ancient capital city of Malta, and 10 kilometres away from Valletta the capital city. It is the hometown of almost 7500 inhabitants who, up to several decades ago, worked mostly in the fields which surround the village. The meaning of the word "Siggiewi" is doubtful; some say that the place was named after the Sageyo's, rich family which had large estates in this area. Others argue that the Semitic roots of the word mean 'prosperous' or calm; two virtues which the villagers still cherish today. In fact the motto of Siggiewi is "Labore et Virtute" (Work and Virtue)