Megalithic Temples of Malta, Malta

From series “The Oldest Surviving Monuments on Earth”

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11 out of 11 - Megalithic Temples of Malta, Malta

Year: 4 thousand years BC..

In Malta, the archaeologists have discovered the astonishingly preserved ancient temples whose age is more than 5 500 years. Seven megalithic temples, which today belong to the historical objects of the world, have been used for a thousand years and are now regarded as a unified architectural complex. During the research of the temples were discovered the valuable historical artifacts, which have thrown a light on the specific periods of the history of the islands.

In the temples the fragments of ceramics were found, confirming the theory of the existence of highly developed civilization on the islands in ancient times. The scientists are convinced that there are still many hidden important historical monuments in Malta, some of whose elements were lost in the 19th century. In this period agriculture has begun to develop in Malta. In the excavation of the soil, the peasants unfortunately destroyed many ruins of the ancient buildings.

In total, more than twenty ancient temples were discovered on the island, among which only seven were preserved by miracle until our days. Of particular interest are four temples: Hagar Qim, Ġgantija, Tarxien and Mnajdra. The oldest temple is Ġgantija, and the largest - Hagar Qim. Mnajdra is characterized by unusual location and orientation. More than 5,000 years ago, this temple was built according to Feng Shui rules. To beginning

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Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'BOV ATM' located in 1.25 km (

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Car rental office: 'Percius Car Hire' is located in 2.04 km (

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Fuel station: 'Petrol Station' in 0.72 km

Parking: 'Deloitte Parking' in 1.6 km

Apotheek: 'St Mary Pharmacy' in 1.54 km

Police station: 'Balzan Police Station' in 2.02 km

Cafe/restaurant: 'Sofra Kebab' in 0.73 km

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» Fontanarossa Airport CTA - in 184 km

» Pantelleria Airport PNL - in 245 km

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Domus Luxuria Zebbug

Located in 1 km from Megalithic Temples of Malta
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Rooms at the Luxuria Zebbug feature a flat-screen TV, tiled floors and a private bathroom with slippers and free toiletries. Some rooms have a … More: photo, rates and booking

Domus Luxuria

Located in 2 km from Megalithic Temples of Malta
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The house is set on 2 levels without lift and features a fully equipped kitchen, a spacious living/dining area with sofa bed, a flat-screen TV, and a … More: photo, rates and booking

Chapel 5 Palazzo Suites B&B

Located in 3 km from Megalithic Temples of Malta
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Sundown Court Leisure Resort

Located in 4 km from Megalithic Temples of Malta
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The apartments feature a furnished balcony, a living/dining area with TV, and a kitchen with microwave. They have modern wooden interiors and a … More: photo, rates and booking

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